Biomechanics of a removable prosthesis

Abstract

Removable prostheses are the last option when proposing Oral Rehabilitation treatments to partially edentulous patients, in cases where the patient's economic situation or health condition makes it impossible for him or her to access oral rehabilitation supported by implants or fixed.

Knowledge of the Biomechanics of a Removable Partial Prosthesis is extremely important since from this we can guide ourselves when carrying out rehabilitations of greater complexity and with other types of prostheses, whether on implants or on teeth. An adequate design of the Removable Prosthesis will allow an ideal Biomechanics that allows the patient to return the function and aesthetics of the Stomatognathic Apparatus.

When a removable prosthesis is not designed properly, it will not perform its function properly and instead of being a benefit to the patient, it will cause damage not only to the patient's mouth but also to their general health by not being able to eat, speak or swallow correctly.

The objective of this work is to recognize the elements of a removable partial prosthesis, its characteristics, and how they act together through ideal biomechanics that allows the patient to return to adequate function and aesthetics. This article is aimed at dental professionals and specialists who require a clearer, more precise and concrete guide on how the ideal biomechanics of a removable partial prosthesis occurs and how to design it.