Modified resin-bonded fixed partial dentures utilizing tooth undercuts: a clinical case study.
10.4047/jkap.2011.49.2.106
- Author:
Re Mee DOH
1
;
Keun Woo LEE
Author Information
1. Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea. kwlee@yuhs.ac
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
Modified resin-bonded fixed partial dentures;
Minimally invasive restoration;
Tooth undercut;
Path of insertion
- MeSH:
Dentistry;
Denture, Partial, Fixed;
Follow-Up Studies;
Hemorrhage;
Humans;
Organothiophosphorus Compounds;
Percussion;
Prosthodontics;
Retrospective Studies;
Survival Rate;
Tooth
- From:The Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
2011;49(2):106-113
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
PURPOSE: The object of this clinical study was to evaluate the short-term outcome of modified resin-bonded fixed partial dentures which utilizes the original tooth undercuts and different path of insertion of components. MATERIALS AND METHODS: 71 units of modified RBFPDs that were used in 21 patients at the Department of Prosthodontics, College of Dentistry, Yonsei University were evaluated. The follow-up period was up to 25 months, the mean being 7 months. Survival rate, mobility, percussion, probing depth, bleeding on probing, plaque index was recorded and radiographs were taken to monitor alveolar bone loss. RESULTS & CONCLUSION: Within the limits of this short term retrospective study, it was concluded that: 1. No mechanical failure such as debonding or fracture of the framework was found during the follow-up period. 2. The periodontal apparatus was stable and no clinical change was observed after prosthetic treatment. 3. No significant marginal bone loss was found in the radiographic evaluation.
