Case Reports (Specialist)
A case report of restoration of masticatory function by ameliorating an irregular occlusal plane with full-mouth reconstruction
2023 Volume 15 Issue 4 Pages 483-486
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2023 Volume 15 Issue 4 Pages 483-486
Patient: A 66-year-old female presented with the chief complaint of masticatory disturbance and esthetics problems. The prosthetic devices of the remaining teeth were dehiscent, and a decrease in the occlusal vertical dimension and irregular occlusal plane were observed. Full-maxillary prosthodontic treatment with increased vertical dimension and correction of the occlusal plane was performed to restore masticatory function and improve esthetics.
Discussion: The patient’s masticatory ability was improved by the restoration of occlusal support and the fabrication of a prosthetic device with the occlusal vertical dimension and occlusal plane determined based on the anatomy. The esthetic aspect of the prosthesis was also highly satisfactory.
Conclusion: The patient’s quality of life was improved and good results were obtained after full-mouth reconstruction was performed.
