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Vol. 69, No. 2		  
ISSN: 1488-2159		  
February 2003

 

Gingival Prostheses — A Review

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• Izchak Barzilay, DDS, Cert Prostho, MS •
• Irene Tamblyn, RDT •

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Gingival replacement is often a component of comprehensive prosthodontics. Gingival prostheses may be fixed or removable and may be made from acrylics, composite resins, silicones or porcelain-based materials. Undercuts or dental attachments are used to secure removable prostheses, which are esthetically pleasing and easy to maintain. This paper describes several clinical situations in which gingival prostheses were used effectively.

 

MeSH Key Words: gingiva; periodontal prosthesis; prosthesis design
 
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