A case report on deep overbite: Functional recovery by removable partial dentures

Abstract

Patient: The patient was a 70-year-old male who visited the prosthodontic clinic with a chief complaint that he could not chew foods on the right side. He had deep overbite and no occlusal contact of the anterior teeth in the centric relation. Moreover, his occlusion was close to anteroposterior non-vertical stop occlusion.

Discussion: Fixed prostheses and treatment dentures were provided as prosthodontic treatment for missing teeth.

Three years and four months after placement of the definitive dentures, symptoms of myalgia of the masticatory muscle were observed, yet there was nothing of concern in his remaining teeth, periodontal tissue, temporomandibular joint or prostheses, and he was making steady progress.

Conclusion: Placement of fixed prostheses in the upper posterior region and removable partial dentures designed in consideration of rigid support in the upper anterior region and lower posterior region could recover masticatory function and maintain remaining posterior occlusal support for a long period.