DL 126 - Lab for DL 125

Credit Hours: 3

Continuing study of the fabrication of complete dentures. Laboratory work includes construction of complete maxillary and mandibular dentures using various posterior tooth forms on a semi-adjustable articulator and procedures for relining and rebasing complete dentures.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to accomplish the following procedures:

Demonstrate their knowledge and use of the semi-adjustable articulators.
Apply this knowledge of the semi-adjustable articulators in arrangement of various degrees of posterior teeth such as rational to 33 degree posteriors.
Simulate masticatory functions using the semi-adjustable articulator such as protrusive cheek bite, left and right lateral excursion, etc.
Differentiate between various types of repairs, relines, and rebases. Perform the work necessary for each repair.
Construct a functional denture that has appealing esthetic value.
Construction and fabrication of surgical splints with procedures for completion

Prerequisites: DL 115, DL 116
Concurrent Registration: DL 125
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