DL 125 - Complete Denture Technique II

Credit Hours: 1

Continuing study of the fabrication of complete dentures. The theory of the 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 will be able to:

demonstrate 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 check bite, left and right lateral excursion, etc; and
differentiate between various types of repairs, relines, and rebases. Perform the work necessary for each repair.

Prerequisites: DL 115, DL 116
Concurrent Registration: DL 126
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