Mucocompressive impression technique for alveolar ridges with flabby tissues: a case report

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Prosthodontics
• Biomaterials

Background:

• Fabricating complete dentures for patients with flabby alveolar ridges presents significant challenges.
• Difficulties include achieving accurate impressions and ensuring stable occlusion, leading to ill-fitting dentures.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a mucocompressive impression technique for managing flabby alveolar ridges.
• To illustrate the use of a digital workflow in fabricating a replacement maxillary denture for improved stability and function.

Main Methods:

• A mucocompressive impression technique was employed to displace flabby tissues posteriorly, capturing a functional tissue form.
• A digital workflow was utilized for the precise fabrication of the replacement complete denture.

Main Results:

• The mucocompressive impression technique successfully captured the flabby tissue in a functional state, enhancing denture stability.
• The digital fabrication workflow resulted in improved denture precision, retention, and overall function.
• The patient reported increased satisfaction with the new, stable denture.

Conclusions:

• A mucocompressive impression technique is effective for managing flabby alveolar ridges in complete denture fabrication.
• Digital workflows enhance precision, retention, and function in complete denture prosthodontics.
• Improved denture stability can support flabby tissues, potentially aiding in their healing.