JIDAM
"An Official Journal of IDA - Madras Branch" ©2019.
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abstract

Prosthetic rehabilitation is of utmost importance for a geriatric patient for their proper nutrition and good health, so that the quality of life will improve, both functionally and socially, thereby improving their confidence and self-esteem. In a geriatric patient due to their medically compromised health condition where implant is contraindicated, rehabilitation can still be done. This case report describes a patient’s oral status with Kennedy’s class II modification 1 edentulous space in mandibular arch was successfully rehabilitated with semi-precision attachment retained RPD and a long span fixed dental prosthesis in the opposing maxillary arch.
Keyword:Prosthodontic rehabilitation, Semi-precision attachment, distal extension edentulous space, Bar and study attachment, removable- fixed partial denture.

JIDAM/Volume: 9/Issue: 1/Pages 6 - 13/January - March 2022