Let’s Give Dentures Another Chance!

Abstract

In a complete denture patient, the supporting tissues and the prosthesis are vulnerable to time-dependent changes. The need for maintenance to keep pace with these changes necessitates a regular follow up. However, in a developing country like ours, it is not unusual to find patients either delaying or completely avoiding these follow ups citing various reasons. Often, a new prosthesis is recommended in these situations without considering the prospect of relining and rebasing. This clinical report presents a scenario where one of these maintenance therapies was undertaken to improve the fit and function of the complete denture.

Porosity in the Final Denture-A heartbreak !

“…The technique used here is a jig method, but instead of using dedicated device like Hooper's duplicator or a Jectron jig, a conventional three point mean value articulator has been used to maintain the occlusal-mucosal distance. 10 A simple articulator is available in the minimalistic setup and can serve the same purpose with ease. In addition, the provision for a trial denture is very assuring for the patient as well as the clinician.…”

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Relining of Complete Dentures in Clinical Practice: A Survey among Nepalese Prosthodontists

“…Denture relining is a cost-effective approach to extend the life of a denture, and it should always be explored before a new one is made. This is especially true in a developing country like ours, where the added costs and appointments connected with new denture construction can discourage patients from seeking treatment at all [23]. Clinical success requires a grasp of the clinical indications and limitations of relining materials and methods [24].…”