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Secrets of Successful Dent 1 - Removable Prosthodontics

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5 Step <strong>Dent</strong>ure<br />

Troubleshooting<br />

Use <strong>of</strong> Indicating Media<br />

Loney & Knechtel,J Prosthet <strong>Dent</strong> 2009;101:137-141<br />

1. Differential Diagnosis<br />

2. Look for Normal<br />

3. Patient Demonstrates Problem<br />

4. Never Adjust without Indicating Media **<br />

5. Patient Rates Improvement<br />

Applying Pressure Indicating Paste<br />

More the colour <strong>of</strong> indicating medium<br />

than denture<br />

Dry denture<br />

Thin coat with stiff brush<br />

Leave streaks<br />

Correct Amount<br />

with Streaks<br />

Insufficient<br />

Amount<br />

Too Much<br />

w/o Streaks<br />

Prior to Placement<br />

Seat <strong>Dent</strong>ure Firmly<br />

Ensure damp mucosa<br />

Spray surface <strong>of</strong> PIP with air/water<br />

Avoid lips/ridge when<br />

inserting<br />

Pressure over first molars<br />

(not palate)<br />

Remove from oral cavity by<br />

breaking seal - finger<br />

pushing height <strong>of</strong> vestibule<br />

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