Prótesis removible en el paciente geriátrico

Abstract

Actually, in our sociodemographic environment, and according to the economic conditions, more and more elderly patients use removable prostheses, and being removable partial dentures and complete dentures, treatments studied and described long ago, the knowledge of techniques and steps for developing this type of prosthesis remain basic yet today. In addition, it is also the basis for the removable restorations on implants, which help many elderly with retention and stability requirements in their removable dentures. The article summarize the current situation of partial, complete and implant dentures, classical confection techniques and the latest developments in materials, design and fabrication by CAD-CAM, and describes the importance of the patient and caregivers knowledge for a correct hygiene and maintenance to ensure long-term success.