This practical manual focuses on the discipline of complete denture technology. It sets out the ideal properties of complete dentures, and provides the reader with techniques for achieving these when carrying out any stage in the production process. Procedures are clearly set out in step-by-step format and fully illustrated with clinical photographs. Techniques in Complete Denture Technology discusses all the various elements that are essential for optimum denture provision, including fit, retention, stability, occlusion, muscular control, aesthetics and materials. It is essential reading for dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and maxillo-facial prosthetists, as well as providing a valuable resource for dentists and students. KEY FEATURES Provides techniques for achieving the ideal properties of complete dentures Discusses fit, retention, stability, occlusion, muscular control, aesthetics and materials Full of easy to follow step-by-step procedures Written by an experienced and established author team Highly illustrated with full colour clinical photos

This practical manual focuses on the discipline of complete denture technology. It sets out the ideal properties of complete dentures, and provides the reader with techniques for achieving these when carrying out any stage in the production process. Procedures are clearly set out in step-by-step format and fully illustrated with clinical photographs.Techniques in Complete Denture Technology discusses all the various elements that are essential for optimum denture provision, including fit, retention, stability, occlusion, muscular control, aesthetics and materials. It is essential reading for dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and maxillo-facial prosthetists, as well as providing a valuable resource for dentists and students.KEY FEATURES* Provides techniques for achieving the ideal properties of complete dentures* Discusses fit, retention, stability, occlusion, muscular control, aesthetics and materials* Full of easy to follow step-by-step procedures* Written by an experienced and established author team* Highly illustrated with full colour clinical photos

Preface viChapter 1 Introduction 1Chapter 2 Pre-prosthetic Treatment 3Chapter 3 Achieving a Good Working Model 7Chapter 4 Occlusal Registration 17Chapter 5 Occlusion, Articulators and Facebows 31Chapter 6 Aesthetics 45Chapter 7 Positioning the Denture Teeth 65Chapter 8 Gingival Contouring and Polished Surfaces 83Chapter 9 Processing Dentures 87Chapter 10 Finishing Dentures 95Chapter 11 Special Techniques 99Index 103