[Clinical aspects of removable complete dentures].
One of the main goals of modern orthopedic dentistry is the development of high quality removable complete dentures. Some materials used in removable complete denture construction consist of polymethyl methacrylate, which causes of serious pathological process in the tissue of denture's zone, as a result - weakness of adaptation ability of organism and dissatisfaction. Interest increases in production of different types of removable dentures made of thermoplastic materials, which is biocompatible with the organ and tissues of the oral cavity. Interest to manufacture of removable complete denture made of thermoplastic materials as a progressive technologic and aesthetic solution rises constantly in recent years. The aim of this study was to examine the properties of thermoplastic materials in orthopedic dentistry. The results of this investigation revealed good functional and adaptation properties of removable complete denture made of thermoplastic materials.
Azerbaijan Medical University, Department of Orthopedic Dentistry, Baku.
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D003824:Denture, Complete; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007575:Jaw, Edentulous / Q000628:therapy*; D008297:Male; D008409:Mastication; D008875:Middle Aged; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable; D013064:Speech Disorders / Q000453:epidemiology