Maxillary complete denture fabrication cases with posterior palatal seal considering palatal form and tissue displacement
10.4047/jkap.2022.60.2.152
- Author:
Seon-A KIM
1
;
Mee-Kyung SON
;
Yu-Ri HEO
Author Information
1. Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Chosun University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:CASE REPORT
- From:The Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
2022;60(2):152-159
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
The role of the posterior palatal seal is important in retention of the maxillary complete denture. After taking the final impression, additional retention can be given to the maxillary denture through a mechanical method of forming a groove on master cast, but this is often overlooked in the clinical process. As a result, the posterior palatal seal is formed in a uniform way by the technician without considering the individual characteristics of the patient. Until now, various types of posterior palatal seal have been introduced by many people. This case report describes the process of manufacturing the maxillary complete denture by determining the position and form of an appropriate posterior palatal seal after considering the patient’s anatomical palatal form and tissue displacement during function.
