Copy denture technique: a critique

Many people requesting new complete dentures will have worn dentures (often the same set) successfully for many years. These people are experienced in wearing dentures of a particular shape and size and are familiar with the polished surface shape, the position of the teeth, the base extension and the vertical dimension of occlusion. By maintaining, or slightly modifying these aspects to overcome faults that have developed, patients should find it easier to accept and learn to use their new dentures.