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Dentures, Acrylic resins, & Preventive materials, Dyandra Wirahana…
Dentures, Acrylic resins, & Preventive materials
ACRYLIC RESIN
Definition
Acrylic resin, commonly known as Poly(methyl methacrylate), is a kind of polymer manufactured from acrylic and/or methacrylic acid monomers.
Full denture bases and 'gumwork' for removable devices are commonly made of acrylic resin.
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Properties
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Impact from heat
softens at 125 C, and can be molded as a thermoplastic material
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Composition
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Liquid
Accelerator
N,N-dimethyl-para-toluidine, and N,N-dihydroxyethyl-para-toluidine
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Preventive Materials
Definition
Materials that protect the teeth and their supporting tissues from disease or injury. It consists of creating excellent habits such as brushing teeth, using mouthwash, flossing, and using fluoride gels, among other things, to assist maintain good oral health.
Function
Preventive dental materials are designed to prevent disease or injury to the teeth and supporting tissues.
Examples
Mouth Washes
anti-caries, antimicrobial
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Sealants
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Available as clear or white, filled or unfilled, containing Fluoride or not.
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Chemotherapeutic agent
Function
To eliminate, reduce, or alter he effect of microorganisms in the oral cavity and elevated levels of pro-inflammatory mediators.
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Pit and Fissure
When to use
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Incipient carious lesions (non-cavitated) of pits and fissures in children, adolescents, and adults
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DENTURES
Definition
Dentures are fake teeth composed of acrylic, nylon, or metal that may be removed. They are designed to fit over the gums to replace missing teeth and address issues such as eating and speaking difficulties caused by gaps.
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Benefits
Function
Talking Clearly
the tooth function as a tools of making sounds, the shape of the denture affect the process of making sound
Smiling Attraction
teeth also serve an aesthetic purpose which our smile can be noticed. to bring a good impression to others denture might help complete the missing teeth.
Chew Food
it mut work as a normal tooth to help the user chew food, it must be securely fitted, strong, and sharp to deliver bite force
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