highly successful in cases where the child is keen to have teeth replaced. The methods
of constructing dentures are essentially the same as those in adults. It is important that
careful attention is given to cleaning such appliances to avoid them contributing to
further disease.
Key Points
- Balancing extractions should be considered when extracting in the primary
dentition. - Dentures to replace missing anterior teeth are well tolerated by motivated children.
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Fig. 7.11 Extracted primary incisors can
be easily and effectively replaced by
providing a removable acrylic denture
with gum-fitted primary prosthetic teeth
and clasps on the second molars.7.9 SUMMARY
- Dental caries is a prevalent disease in the preschool population.