Biomedical subjects

Kavita Shor

Publications and source records attributed to Kavita Shor.

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PubMed2006

Rehabilitation of failing dentition with immediate denture prostheses: technique for a predictable esthetic and functional outcome.

The goal of this article is to describe the clinical and laboratory procedures used in the fabrication of immediate complete and removable partial denture prostheses. In this type of treatment, achieving optimal esthetic and functional outcomes is complicated because of the absence of the try-in stage. To overcome this limitation, a technique that predictably transfers the information obtained during esthetic dentofacial analysis from the patient to the laboratory in the form of an incisal-occlusal plane guide is described. Stability, support, and retention of the immediate partial denture prosthesis can be improved with the incorporation of cast clasp assemblies, and its fabrication technique is presented in this article.

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PubMed2006

Implant-retained overdenture design for the malpositioned mandibular implants.

In the rehabilitation of the edentulous mandible, implant-retained overdenture represents a viable and cost-effective treatment. Successful prosthetic integration of this treatment relies on the accurate 3-dimensional position and angulation of the implant fixtures. If these requirements are not fulfilled, implant malposition occurs and negative effects on the function, esthetics, and structural integrity of the prosthesis may follow. Implant malposition commonly results from poor planning, surgical error, inaccuracies in the radiographic/surgical template fabrication, and the instability of the template during surgery. Potential solutions for implant malposition include surgical re-treatment or prosthetic compensation in the form of an altered design of the final prosthesis. This article presents a prosthetic design of an overdenture for malpositioned implants in the anteroposterior plane. Prosthetic compensations included relocating the attachment mechanism into the bulk of the overdenture with the help of an interconnecting implant bar and a metal reinforcing framework for the overdenture.

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PubMed2005

The edentulous patient and body image--achieving greater patient satisfaction.

UNLABELLED: Aesthetic outcomes in the rehabilitation of edentulous patients play an important role in regard to treatment satisfaction and its acceptance. While the dental literature is replete with techniques and treatment philosophies that allow the fabrication of aesthetic restorations, adhering to such mechanical practices alone does not necessarily guarantee patient satisfaction. Taking into consideration the patient's perspective can significantly enhance treatment success. This article outlines the relevant factors that influence the aesthetic result of complete denture treatment. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: This article describes factors that contribute to patients' satisfaction with denture aesthetics and provides guidelines for clinicians to follow in daily practice. Upon reading this article, the reader should be able to: Understand the role that a patient's body image plays in an aesthetic outcome. Recognize contemporary aesthetic trends that influence denture aesthetics.

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