Preprosthetic Surgery And Its Cureent Trends : A Review

Abstract

The aim of pre-prosthetic surgery is to prepare the hard and soft tissues for a befitting prosthesis^[1]. This will help in restoring the function of the jaws, preserve and improve jaw structure and improves the esthetic outcome. Pre-prosthetic surgery   must begin with thorough history and examination of the patient^[2], since there are many contraindications in patient with systemic diseases. Attention should be given to the laboratory tests to determine the degree of bone resorption. Every attention should be taken in restoring the hard and soft tissues of denture bearing areas^[2]. The procedures include smoothening and reshaping, removal of excess bones and gums in denture bearing area. The prime determining factor for the success of pre-prosthetic surgery is the condition of denture bearing tissues^[3]. It should be noted that the hard and soft tissue should be in a state that  the patient can wear denture without any hindrance^[3]. This article deals about the various pre-prosthetic procedures and its recent advances.