A Case Report of Restoration for Masticatory and Aesthetic Disturbances

Abstract

Patient: A 54-year-old woman visited our department with chief complaints of poor appearance and masticatory disturbance as a result of diastema. After the gap was closed with minor tooth movement (MTM) treatment, prosthetic therapy using a removable partial denture with a custom-made attachment and magnetic attachment was performed.
Discussion: Favorable results were obtained. The patient was satisfied with our treatments for aesthetic and masticatory functional points of view up to 11 years after denture delivery.
Conclusion: A favorable course over a long period was obtained as a result of treatment for aesthetic disturbance from diastema by use of an MTM, as well as for masticatory disturbance by use of a removable partial denture with a custom-made attachment. Moreover, an improved periodontal condition and heightened motivation for plaque control were noted.