ABSTRACT
The aim of this case report is to rehabilitate an isolated edentulous maxilla opposed by mandibular dentition with minimum cost and time using metal reinforcement. Total edentulousness in one arch while retaining some or all of their natural teeth, in the opposing arch, is a common observation among patients. Occlusal balance is interrupted by the presence of unmodified opposing dentition, thereby compromising stability and retention and eventually leading to frequent mechanical failures of the prosthesis. The case report describes rehabilitation of a patient with edentulous maxillary arch and partially edentulous mandibular arch with single complete denture in the upper arch and metal reinforced partial denture in the lower arch. It is a novel method to get an accurate adaptation of the reinforcing material three-dimensionally. Metal reinforced denture base has yielded maximum patient satisfaction and is cost effective.
KEYWORDS:Metal reinforced denture, Partial edentulousness, Single complete denture.