Gingival epithesis: a simple technique with great results

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https://doi.org/10.33448/rsd-v11i13.35169

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Periodontal Prosthesis; Dental Prosthesis; Dental Implants; Dental prosthesis design.

Abstract

Objective: to describe the technique of making an epithesis in acrylic, to restore aesthetics and self-esteem of patients with periodontal tissue loss, in a simple and fast way. Methodology: A case report. Perform an impression with alginate, make an individual tray and obtain the working model. Performing the diagnostic wax-up, acrylization and intra oral installation. Results: The treatment, little known by clinicians, restored the patient's smile and self-esteem safely and quickly. Conclusion: The gingival epithesis in heat-curable acrylic offers a quick, accurate, non-invasive and simple technique that allows the patient to be rehabilitated with esthetics, comfort, good adaptation and low cost.

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30/09/2022

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BRITO, M. C. C. de; ANKLI, D.; MOURA, M. D. G. de; MENDES, P. A.; LAGES, F. S.; CÔRTES, M. I. de S. Gingival epithesis: a simple technique with great results. Research, Society and Development, [S. l.], v. 11, n. 13, p. e126111335169, 2022. DOI: 10.33448/rsd-v11i13.35169. Disponível em: https://rsdjournal.org/index.php/rsd/article/view/35169. Acesso em: 24 apr. 2024.

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Vol. 11 No. 13

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