English

Abstract

Following the loss of natural dentition the edentulous individual can be faced with a number of problems associated with wearing complete dentures. One of the most common is that of looseness of either or both of the dentures. Dentures function as a substitute for missing teeth in mouth, while dentures are carefully fitted for the user; the fit can change over time, causing discomfort and slippage. To alleviate the discomfort and to control over the slippage, a denture adhesive may be applied to the denture. Successful complete denture therapy must involve both technical excellences during prosthesis fabrication and effective patient management. once the denture are placed ,satisfying the expectations of many patients for optimal retention, stability of dentures is often beyond the technical skills of even the most accomplished practitioner. Discussing and implementing judicious use of denture adhesives may satisfy patient’s expectation and also help to achieve the intended treatment goals. They indicated for routine use when appropriately constructed CD does not satisfy stability and retention expectations of patients.