title: Reproducing the vertical-lateral defect space in obturator construction.
abstract: A method of incorporating vertical and horizontal tissues in an obturator impression using an open palate impression tray is presented. The laboratory technique of obturator construction from this impression allows for a definitive (heat-cured) or interim (cold-cured) prosthesis for an edentulous or dentulous patient.
mesh_terms: D003761:Dental Impression Technique; D003779:Denture Design; D006801:Humans; D010158:Palatal Obturators