Abstract
Alveolar bone loss is an inevitable consequence of tooth loss associated with old age. Increased alveolar bone resorption in mandible will lead to prosthetic concerns such as loss of retention and stability in the mandibular denture. Conventional removable complete dentures have long been the treatment of choice for complete edentulism, but it comparatively provides compromised retention, stability and poor masticatory efficiency, at times failing to meet expectations of the patients. To overcome these drawbacks, while retaining some of the remaining natural teeth which will aid in improved retention, stability and support, the concept of overdenture is seen as a patient-friendly and more successful alternative to conventional complete dentures. This case report discusses about the step by step procedure for the fabrication of a bar retained tooth-supported mandibular over-denture that opposes a conventional complete maxillary denture with an identification mark (Photographic method).
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