title: Fixed partial dentures opposing complete dentures.
abstract: When fixed partial dentures are indicated in an arch opposing a complete denture, it is best to develop the occlusal surfaces of the fixed restorations at the same time that the opposing denture teeth are arranged in wax to permit greater flexibility and reduce the compromise in developing bilateral balanced occlusion. This article describes the development of bilaterally balanced occlusion between casting patterns for fixed partial dentures and a complete denture. The technique emulates the ease of arranging maxillary and mandibular denture teeth and can be used to develop fixed restorations with metal or porcelain occlusal surfaces. Porcelain occlusal surfaces are described because the use of porcelain is more technique sensitive.
authors.affiliation: Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Alabama, School of Dentistry, Birmingham.
authors.forename: K C
authors.initials: KC
authors.lastname: White
authors.forename: L A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Mueninghoff
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Ramus
mesh_terms: D000180:Acrylic Resins; D003767:Dental Occlusion, Balanced; D003776:Dental Porcelain; D003779:Denture Design; D003827:Denture, Complete, Upper; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans; D014093:Tooth, Artificial
chemical_list: D000180:Acrylic Resins; D003776:Dental Porcelain