Exam questionKROK 2Dentistry ยท 2012
A patient complains about worsened fixation and frequent breakages of partial removable lamellar denture for the lower jaw that has been in use for 5 years. Objectively: alveolar part in edentulous regions is significantly atrophied, the denture balances. What is the most probable cause of worsened fixation and frequent breakages of the denture?
Answer options
- Wear of artificial teeth
- Consumption of solid food
- Alveolar process atrophy
- Improper care of denture
- Denture using during sleep
Correct answer
Alveolar process atrophy
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