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Gingivoplasty/methods , Mouth Mucosa/transplantation , Surgical Flaps , Vestibuloplasty/methods , Aged , Denture, Complete , Denture, Partial , Facial Injuries/rehabilitation , Humans , Jaw Fractures/rehabilitation , Jaw, Edentulous, Partially/rehabilitation , Male , Mandible , Middle Aged , Mouth, Edentulous/rehabilitation , Multiple Trauma/rehabilitation , Skull Fractures/rehabilitationABSTRACT
The prosthetic treatment of CLAP patients is usually done in three phases: an interceptive treatment during two stages of orthodontics, the definitive prosthetic treatment and usually the secondary treatment. In the interceptive phase we use clasp-retained partials; the definitive treatment is achieved mostly by telescope-retained partials. There is seldom an indication for Maryland-bridges or for dental implants.
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Cleft Lip/therapy , Cleft Palate/therapy , Dentures , Palatal Obturators , Dental Bonding , Denture Design , Denture Retention , Denture, Partial, Fixed , Evaluation Studies as Topic , Follow-Up Studies , Humans , Orthodontics, Interceptive/instrumentation , Orthodontics, Interceptive/methods , SplintsABSTRACT
The trend towards esthetic dentistry, which originates in the USA, has added new dimensions to the treatment of anterior teeth. One of it is the porcelain laminate technique. Using composites, extremely thin, manually prepared porcelain laminates with a thickness of 0.3 to 0.5 mm are bounded to the labial aspect of front teeth or laterals. On account of the low laminate thickness very little enamel preparation is needed. The residual enamel mass and the translucency of the ceramic material produce a natural appearance and optimal cosmetic results. This technique enables the dentist to restore the shape and color of esthetically compromised teeth.