Attachment-retained restorations

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LOCATOR ATTACHMENT-RETAINED OVERDENTUREConverting an existing denture with lab supportCLINICAL PROCEDURERemovingRemove the black processing insert using theLocator Insert Removal Tool.InsertingPress the preferred Locator insert into theProcessing Cap’s metal housing, using theInsert Seating Tool.Final resultSeat the overdenture over the Locator abutments.Verify that the required retention is obtained.Gradual loading is always recommended. It is bestto start with low retention.16
LOCATOR ATTACHMENT-RETAINED OVERDENTUREConverting an existing denture – chairsideConverting an existing denture– chairsidePlacingPlace the spacer over the head of eachLocator Abutment providing primary soft tissuesupport and a resilient situation. Firmly attach theLocator Processing Cap.CLINICAL PROCEDUREMarkingMark the top of the Processing Cap using articulatingpaper, denture pencil, pressure-indicating paste, etc.ReamingPlace the existing denture over the Processing Capand remove. A landmark will now be visible on thedenture.Use an acrylic laboratory burr to relieve the denturebase in the indicated areas. Ream enough roomto accommodate passive fit when seated over theProcessing Cap.ProcessingFill relieved areas in the denture with acrylic ofchoice and seat the denture over the Processing Capswithout compressing the soft tissue too much. Followmanufacturer’s recommendations for use. Removeprocessed denture once acrylic has set.17
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