title: Complete dentures: 1. Treatment planning and preliminary care.
abstract: Despite the increasing proportion of the population retaining their natural teeth, there will remain significant numbers of edentulous patients for some time to come. This four-part series aims to help practitioners improve their management of such patients. Part 1 reviews treatment planning and preparation of the mouth, Parts 2-4 will give guidance on impressions and cast preparation; jaw relationships and tooth selection; and insertion, review and denture hygiene.
authors.affiliation: Department of Restorative Dentistry, The Dental School, University of Birmingham.
authors.forename: A D
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Walmsley
authors.forename: R H
authors.initials: RH
authors.lastname: Pinsent
authors.forename: W R
authors.initials: WR
authors.lastname: Laird
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D003779:Denture Design; D003824:Denture, Complete; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D010347:Patient Care Planning