Design & Blockout
Understanding Design 3
Following the Kennedy method, we will evaluate a case to determine the type of partial denture, design, and functionality that best suits the case.
October 18, 2021
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Following the Kennedy method, we will evaluate a case to determine the type of partial denture, design, and functionality that best suits the case.
Following the Kennedy method, we will evaluate a case to determine the type of partial denture, design, and functionality that best suits the case.
Following the Kennedy method, we will evaluate a case to determine the type of partial denture, design, and functionality that best suits the case.
A story of a patient who was wearing an acrylic wire partial denture and switched to a TCS appliance.
A story of a Happy Patient.
A good example of when a conservative blockout can give you more freedom in the fitting/finishing stage.
Design for a case with long free end saddles.
The angulation of the teeth present a challenge with path of insertion.
An excellent example of when to prescribe Karadent™ by tcs®.
Video demonstrates the recommended design for this free end saddle.
Challenges arise with the angulation of the first molar.
Very difficult case with major blockout needed and challenging path of insertion.
The forward-angled remaining teeth will make fitting the model challenging. Be patient when fitting and the model.