[Clinical using and observation of occlusion splint of RPD].
OBJECTIVE
This article describes the design and restoration for 180 cases diagnosed with dentition defect accompanied with medium to severe abrasion and attrition. The purpose of this study is to discuss the rehabilitation of vertical dimension, the balance of occlusion and the whole occlusion system.


METHODS
Before clinical preparation of the 180 clinical cases, diagnostic casts were made. Entire restoration treatment plan was adopted to make removable partial dentures with full crown restorations along with occlusion splints. The clinical effect were evaluated at 2nd week, 4th week and 9th week.


RESULTS
Of the 180 cases, 148 patients (82.2%) adapted to the denture in 2-3 weeks, 24 patients (13.3%) in 4-5 weeks, 8 patients (14.5%) in 5-6 weeks. The further observation were evaluated over 10-15 years with clinical satisfaction.


CONCLUSIONS
This method not only reserves the tooth structure, but also restores configuration and function of the lost tissues. It's really a constantly effective remedy.
Department of Prosthodontics, College of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong Province, China.
De-Gui
DG
Zhang
Rui-Ran
RR
Chen
Chong-Qiang
CQ
Li
Hua
H
Zhang
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D014072:Tooth Abrasion / Q000628:therapy*; D016896:Treatment Outcome