Effect of Different Coring Thicknesses on Tooth Movement During Processing of Complete Dentures: An In Vitro Study

Akshaya Kadunganari1, Nandakumar Karamannattil1, Aysha Mohamed Ali Kp1

  • 1Department of Prosthodontics, Crown and Bridge, Muslim Educational Society (MES) Dental College, Perinthalmanna, IND.

Cureus
|May 12, 2026
PubMed
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