Lip and Lower Lid Supporting Prosthetic Appliance: A Unique Approach of Treating Unilateral Facial Paralysis [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017 Along with function, aesthetics plays an important role in treating partially or completely edentulous patients. Ageing, trauma, tooth loss and neuromuscular disorders have a high impact on tonicity of facial musculature, elasticity of skin as well as ...
Chetan Pathak +4 more
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Management of shrunken cheeks by hollow buccal cheek plumper prosthesis
Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences, 2021 Aging and a long period of edentulousness causes resorption of the maxillary residual ridge, resulting in narrowing of the arch and loss of facial muscle support that leads to the sunken appearance of cheeks. In completely edentulous patients, though the
Parthasarathy Natarajan +3 more
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Treatment needs and skill mix workforce requirements for prosthodontic care: a comparison of estimates using normative and sociodental approaches. [PDF]
, 2015 The traditional measure for assessing dental treatment needs and workforce requirements based solely on normative need (NN) has major shortcomings. The sociodental approach (SDA) to assess needs overcomes some of the shortcomings as it combines normative
Ab-Murat, N +3 more
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International Journal of Preventive Medicine, 2021 Background: The purpose of this study was to systematically review the literature to investigate the prevalence of complete edentulism in Iran. Method: An electronic search was performed using three scientific databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, and ...
Sayed Shojaedin Shayegh +3 more
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The oral microbiome of denture wearers is influenced by natural dentition [PDF]
, 2015 Objectives: The composition of dental plaque has been well defined, whereas currently there is limited understanding of the composition of denture plaque and how it directly influences denture related stomatitis (DS).
Bradshaw, David +13 more
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Impact of Complete Denture and Mandibular Advancement Device in the Management of Completely Edentulous Obstructive Sleep Apneic Individuals: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis [PDF]
Journal of Dentistry, 2023 Statement of the Problem: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is an underdiagnosed and potentially serious disorder that is accentuated by edentulism. The overclosure of the mandible and a potential upper airway collapse during sleep creates challenges in ...
Preetha Krishnamurthy +2 more
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Evaluation by 3D stereophotogrammetry of facial changes in edentulous patients after rehabilitation
Journal of Applied Oral Science, 2021 To assess facial changes after oral rehabilitation with complete dentures (CDs) by 3D technology allows understanding the results of a treatment that changes facial proportions. Precise outcome parameters can improve decision making.
Guilherme Hideki de Lima TOYOSHIMA +6 more
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Journal of Applied Oral Science, 2013 Asymptomatic mouth floor enlargements may be observed in edentulous patients. These masses, which protrude from the mouth floor, may complicate the fitting of dentures and require surgery.
Josiane Costa Rodrigues de SA +5 more
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Oral health status and associated lifestyle behaviors in a sample of Iranian adults : an exploratory household survey [PDF]
, 2020 Background Poor oral hygiene can lead to serious diseases, such as periodontitis, tooth decay, pain and discomfort in teeth or gums, infections, and loss of teeth.
Bagheri, Raziollah +5 more
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Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology & Research, 2022 Fixed rehabilitation is an exhaustive approach for most dental practitioners to treat partial or complete edentulism. In recent years, we are witnessing a digital transformation in prosthodontics and smile makeovers.
Vaishnavi Rajaraman +3 more
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