Application of the Neutral Zone in Prosthodontics offers a step-by-step guide to successfully designing and placing complete and implant-retained dentures using neutral zone concepts. _ Illustrates every technique described with more than 300 color photos _ Covers all phases of complete denture therapy _ Presents a step-by-step assessment and examination protocol _ Details the importance of accurate diagnosis and prognosis prior to committing to treatment _ Describes an alternative to traditional impressioning procedures that can be accomplished in a single appointment _ Includes access to a…mehr
Application of the Neutral Zone in Prosthodontics offers a step-by-step guide to successfully designing and placing complete and implant-retained dentures using neutral zone concepts. _ Illustrates every technique described with more than 300 color photos _ Covers all phases of complete denture therapy _ Presents a step-by-step assessment and examination protocol _ Details the importance of accurate diagnosis and prognosis prior to committing to treatment _ Describes an alternative to traditional impressioning procedures that can be accomplished in a single appointment _ Includes access to a companion website with video clips and student handouts, with teaching PowerPoints available for instructors
The authors Joseph J. Massad, DDS, is Associate Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Tennessee Health Center, School of Dentistry in Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics and Operative Dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center, School of Dentistry in San Antonio, Texas, USA; Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, in Loma Linda, California, USA; Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; and Private Practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA. David R. Cagna, DMD, MS, is a Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics, Associate Dean of Postgraduate Affairs & Director of Advanced Prosthodontics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry, Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Diplomate & Director of the American Board of Prosthodontics; and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists. Charles J. Goodacre, DDS, MSD, is Distinguished Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Loma Linda, California, USA; and Diplomate and Past-President of the American Board of Prosthodontics. Russell A. Wicks, DDS, MS, is Professor and Chairman in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. Swati A. Ahuja, BDS, MDS, is Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Prosthodontics at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Dentistry in Memphis, Tennessee, USA; and Prosthodontic Consultant at Lutheran Medical Center in New York City, New York, USA
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Foreword ix
Preface xiii
1 Assessment of Edentulous Patients 1
Introduction 1
The Patient Interview 1
Patient Interview: Age 2
Patient Interview: Attitude 2
Patient Interview: Expectations 2
Patient Interview: Chief Complaint 3
Patient Interview: General Health 3
Patient Interview: Complete Denture Experience 3
Patient Interview: Denture Remake Frequency 4
Patient Interview: Patient Satisfaction 4
Patient Interview: Photographs, Diagnostic Casts, and Radiographs 4
The Facial Analysis 4
Facial Analysis: Facial Tissue Tone 5
Facial Analysis: Tooth and Gingival Display 6
Facial Analysis: Midlines 6
Facial Analysis: Lip Mobility 7
Facial Analysis: Lip Dimension 7
Prosthetic Factors 8
Prosthetic Factors: Vertical Dimensions 8
Prosthetic Factors: Existing Dentures 8
Prosthetic Factor: Skeletal Relationship 9
Prosthetic Factor: Saliva 9
Prosthetic Factor: Oral Tolerance 10
Prosthetic Factor: Temporomandibular Joints 10
Prosthetic Factor: Oral Cancer Review 10
Oral Characteristics 11
Oral Characteristics: Palatal Throat Form 11
Oral Characteristics: Arch Size 11
Oral Characteristics: Maxillary Ridge Height 11
Oral Characteristics: The Palate 12
Oral Characteristics: Maxillary Ridge Contour 13
Oral Characteristics: The Maxillary Denture Foundation 13
