Biting is the initial step of processing and prepare the food for swallowing so that it can be further processed in the digestive system. Chewing reduces the food bolus or food particles size, saliva moistens the nourishment and flavors are discharged. Taste and texture of the nourishment are seen and produce their effect on the chewing process. There are so many factors determining the chewing...

PURPOSE In prosthodontics like in other dental disciplines there are many clinical procedures that lack support of good evidence, which means that the effect is unknown, and even worse, we do not know if they do more good than harm. It is the aim of this paper to review current evidence for selected procedures based on a scrutiny of the prosthodontic literature. STUDY SELECTION A MEDLINE/PubM...

Statement of problem: There is little information about the maintenance requirements of implant restorations. Purpose: To compare the prosthodontic maintenance requirements of screw-retained implant prosthesis versus that of telescopic overdentures after an observation period of 18 months. Materials and methods: 26 completely edentulous patients were enrolled in the study. Patients were divided...

This article addresses the historical perspective of the gnathological influence upon the concepts of occlusion for fixed prosthodontics. A critical assessment and subsequent scientific validation of occlusal theories require an understanding of their evolution in the formative years and the subsequent development of effective models for clinical practice. While gnathological concepts offer a s...

Aging is a natural part of becoming older. The need for dental care does not usually increase with age. In addition to working extend people's lives, healthcare workers should focus on improving the quality life in their golden years. loss tooth may have devastating effect your ability chew, as well self-esteem and oral health. Age, illness, trauma, metabolic problems, dietary inadequacies are ...