Influence of occlusal factors on complete denture stabilization

Properly made dentures have good stability and retention. Stabilization is defined as resistance of a denture to horizontal and rotational forces to protect it against movements. This is achieved by adjusting the dentur...

Prosthodontics for the elderly patient – a Scandinavian approach

The main purpose of this paper is to discuss the need for replacing missing teeth in the elderly and indicate some of the special treatment dilemmas that may be present in this group. No incontrovertible definition exist...

Comparison of TMJ angles based on the ARCUSdigma II examination and occlusion records in the Protar 7 articulator

Introduction. Prosthetic restorations should be adjusted to the patients’ occlusion and articulation. Traditional and modern articulator and face-bow systems that simulate individual jaw movements are used in the treatme...

Profesor Bogumił Płonka (1930-2015). Wspomnienie pośmiertne

Methods of laboratory diagnostics of oral candidosis in removable denture wearers

The aim of the paper is to present various diagnostic methods for oral candidosis on the basis of the available literature. The following diagnostic methods are discussed: classical (taking a swab from the oral mucosa, t...