Goodall, W.A., Greer, A.C. and Martin, N. (2017) Unilateral removable partial dentures. British Dental Journal, 222 (2). pp. 79-84. ISSN 0007-0610
Abstract
Removable partial dentures (RPDs) are widely used to replace missing teeth in order to restore both function and aesthetics for the partially dentate patient. Conventional RPD design is frequently bilateral and consists of a major connector that bridges both sides of the arch. Some patients cannot and will not tolerate such an extensive appliance. For these patients, bridgework may not be a predictable option and it is not always possible to provide implant-retained restorations. This article presents unilateral RPDs as a potential treatment modality for such patients and explores indications and contraindications for their use, including factors relating to patient history, clinical presentation and patient wishes. Through case examples, design, material and fabrication considerations will be discussed. While their use is not widespread, there are a number of patients who benefit from the provision of unilateral RPDs. They are a useful treatment to have in the clinician's armamentarium, but a highly-skilled dental team and a specific patient presentation is required in order for them to be a reasonable and predictable prosthetic option.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © 2018 Nature Publishing Group |
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Institution: | The University of Sheffield |
Academic Units: | The University of Sheffield > Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health (Sheffield) > School of Clinical Dentistry (Sheffield) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Sheffield |
Date Deposited: | 09 Jul 2018 08:24 |
Last Modified: | 09 Jul 2018 08:24 |
Published Version: | https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.2017.70 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Nature Publishing Group |
Refereed: | Yes |
Identification Number: | 10.1038/sj.bdj.2017.70 |
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Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:132655 |