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The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 1990
Many dentists routinely make radiographs of edentulous patients who request replacement dentures. In the American Dental Associations' Guide to Dental Health, the public is informed that "an x-ray examination is performed only when necessary, not as a routine procedure, and only when the dentist believes such an examination will benefit your health ...
S, Lyman, L J, Boucher
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Leukocytes in the edentulous mouth

European Journal of Oral Sciences, 1976
abstract – Oral leukocytes were estimated in 55 edentulous persons wearing dentures by sequential mouthrinses. Forty‐four subjects had clinically healthy‐looking mouths and 11 had partial mild inflammation under the dentures. Leukocytes were found in the mouth of all subjects.
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Orthopantomographic examination of the edentulous mouth

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 1988
Orthopantomograms from 250 persons, edentulous in one or both jaws, were examined with the aim to assess the frequency and location of significant radiographic abnormalities. The most frequent findings were retained roots and teeth, disclosed in 11.1% and 4.9% of the subjects, respectively.
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Mouth protector for an edentulous patient

The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, 1975
Upper and lower bases and occlusion rims are made of a soft vinyl plastic to form a mouth protector for an edentulous patient. In practical use, the patient can breathe more comfortably with the protectors in place (Fig. 4) than with dentures in the mouth. In addition, the prosthesis is an aid in the prevention of injury to the jaws and head.
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