Boucher's Prosthodontic Treatment for Edentulous Patients

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This text provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the treatment of patients with dentures, a topic rarely covered in other books, despite the fact that thousands of patients require them. It offers a thorough understanding of the functional and esthetic implications of edentulism, as well as information on the behavioral and clinical aspects of diagnosis and treatment. With topics ranging from treatment modalities to tooth-supported prostheses to both immediate and complete dentures, this valuable resource gives the basic information necessary to treat the edentulous patient. This edition continues to focus on implant prosthodontics, as more and more people choose to make this simple, effective, affordable option a part of their treatment. Key Features This text addresses the different types of edentulous patients, including thorough discussions of both short- and long-term patients. Detailed coverage of the elderly and/or edentulous patients provides the reader with the specialized knowledge needed to treat these groups. Over 800 images accompanying procedures, concepts, and techniques enhance understanding and comprehension of each topic presented. Material on achieving a satisfactory esthetic effect emphasizes the importance of satisfying the patient. Topics on related and supplemental procedures feature information on overdentures, immediate dentures, and single complete dentures. This title has been revised more than any other book on the subject, in order to maintain its long-standing value and recognition as an authoritative source on prosthodontics for the edentulous. The condensed format provides relevant information that is conveniently sized and reasonably priced. Clear and concise language makes even the most difficult subjects and procedures easy to follow. The bibliography lists at the end of each chapter direct readers to additional literature on the topics. The diverse and distinguished editorial/contributor pool lends credibility and experience to each topic. New to This Edition The content has been reorganized to make the material more concise and easier to read. Brand new chapters on temporomandibular disorders, materials prescribed, and the current and future direction in implant prosthodontics keep the reader aware of developments in the field. As reflected in the changed title, this edition has been expanded and updated to emphasize the growingimportance of implant-supported prostheses. The reorganization and consolidation of chapters into four major sections enhances readability. Eight new contributors and 4 new editors offer a fresh perspective. Table of Contents Part 1: On Being Edentulous 1. The Edentulous Predicament 2. Biomechanics of the Edentulous State 3. The Effects of Aging on the Edentulous State 4. Sequelae of Wearing Complete Dentures 5. Temporomandibular Disorders in Edentulous Patients 6. Nutrition Care for the Denture-Wearing Patient Part 2: Diagnoses and Treatment Planning for Edentulous or Potentially Edentulous Patients 7. Diagnosis and Treatment Planning for Edentulous or Potentially Edentulous Patients 8. On Pre-Prosthetic Surgery: Improving the Patients’ Denture Bearing Areas and Ridge Relations 9. Immediate Dentures 10. Overdentures 11. Building Rapport: The Art of Communication in the Management of the Edentulous Predicament 12. Materials Prescribed in the Management of Edentulous Patients Part 3: Rehabilitation of the Edentulous Patient: Fabrication of Complete Dentures 13. Developing an Analogue/Substitute for the Maxillary Denture-Bearing Area 14. Developing an Analogue/Substitute for the Mandibular Denture-Bearing Area 15. Identification of Shape and Location of Arch Form: The Recording Base and Occlusion Rim 16. Biological and Clinical Considerations in Making Jaw Relation Records and Relating the Patient to the Articulator 17. Selecting and Arranging Prosthetic Teeth and Occlusion for the Edentulous Patient 18. The Try-In Appointment: Sections I, II, and III 19. Speech Considerations with Complete Dentures 20. Waxing and Processing the Dentures, Their Insertion and Follow-Up 21. Single Dentures 22. The Retention of Complete Dentures 23. Maxillofacial Prosthodontics for the Edentulous Patient 24. Prolonging the Useful Life of Complete Dentures: The Relining Procedure Part 4: Implant Prosthodontics 25. Implant-Supported Prostheses for Edentulous Patients 26. The Science of Osseointegration 27. Clinical Protocol for Treatment with Implant-Supported Overdentures 28. Clinical Protocol: Implant-Supported Prostheses 29. Managing Problems and Complications 30. Current and Future Directions in Implant Prosthodontics