A case report of functional rehabilitation by using occlusal reconstruction of temporary dentures

Abstract

Patient: A 43-year-old patient complained of masticatory disturbance caused by the instability of a maxillary complete denture. The patient had a lower occlusal vertical dimension evident in the facial appearance, and alveolar bone resorption in the bilateral mandibular molars was confirmed. After endodontic treatment of the bilateral mandibular molars, recovery of the occlusal plane and occlusal vertical dimension was attained through occlusal reconstruction of the temporary dentures, mandibular overlay prosthesis, and the current maxillary complete denture. Based on the temporary dentures, recovery of the occlusal function was attained via a definitive prosthesis.

Discussion: Acquisition of the appropriate occlusal plane and occlusal vertical dimension through the occlusal reconstruction of temporary dentures improved masticatory function.

Conclusion: In cases of instability of maxillary complete denture caused by occlusal plane disorder and lower occlusal vertical dimension, the recovery of function via occlusal reconstruction of temporary dentures results in a good prognosis.