Enhancing the esthetic of metallic removable partial denture using axial attachment: A case report

Enhancing the esthetic of metallic removable partial denture using axial attachment: A case report

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Background/Aim: Association of a supra-radicular attachment with a removable partial denture on a metal framework is a therapeutic solution that may overcome the biomechanical and aesthetic challenges associated with extensive edentulism.The objective of this article is to describe, through a clinical case report rehabilitation of a partially edentulous patient with a partial removable denture using Espresso Cup a supra-radicular attachment and to illustrate the advantages and disadvantages of this prosthetic device.Case Report: A 43-year-old, female patient in good general health, was addressed to the removable partial denture department at the Monastir Dental Medicine Clinic.The prosthetic decision was to fabricate, in Acne Treatments the maxillary arch a metal framework with a radicular post equipped with an axial attachment at tooth 15, and a metal framework RPD replacing the missing teeth.

In the mandibular arch, a metal framework RPD was planned with an evolving design considering the poor prognosis of tooth 46.Conclusions: The integration of the supra-radicular axial attachment into the metal framework of a removable partial denture represents a good therapeutic solution to overcome the biomechanical and aesthetic challenges posed by extensive edentulism.However, treatment success requires thorough preliminary study, a correct indication, and patient cooperation.