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N. Shiva Kumar ¹, Narayana Reddy ², R. Niranjana ³, Sanjna Nayar ⁴

Affiliations
1 Reader, Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IN
2 Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IN
3 Student, Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IN
4 Professor and Head of the Department, Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IN

Abstract

Background: The science of dental impression materials must be necessity encompass a knowledge and appreciation of certain biological consideration that are associated with the selection and use of materials designed for the oral cavity. The minute amounts of components that leach out of impression materials are most unlikely to cause toxic reactions, locally or systemically. Reliable analysis data is therefore necessary to clarify the varied issues of safety and frequency of adverse reactions normally medicine, together with dentistry treatment.

Method: A literature review was done to analyse the biological considerations of dental impression materials and its hazards.

Conclusion: Many potential problems exist, but few documented adverse reactions have been published. It is expected that one requirement will be for clinicians and manufacturers to report biological side effects associated with use of the materials to certifying bodies or health authorities. Reliable research information using robust methodology is therefore required to clarify the varied questions of safety and frequency of adverse reactions in general dentistry, including Prosthodontic treatment.

Keywords

Biocompatibility, Biological Effects, Impression Materials, Adverse Effects.

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Sanjna Nayar ¹, R. Niranjana ²

Affiliations
1 Professor and Head of the Department, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IN
2 Student, Department of Prosthodontics, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, IN

Abstract

Statement of Problem: Colour and shade selection is an important parameter which is essential in aesthetic replacement, thereby enhancing the psychology of the geriatric patient. Though its effectiveness is well known, its use is seen to be restricted. With current advancements in shade matching, its utility needs a systematic review.

Objective: The objective of this is to review about the improvement in aesthetics in the construction of complete denture by selection of the appropriate colour and shade matching similar to natural tooth in geriatric patients.

Method: Using various key words, an electronic search was performed from several databases-Medline/Pubmed, Cochrane Library and Google scholar. Furthermore, a manual searching of relevant journals and bibliographies of reviews was performed. Studies, which met the relevant criterias were selected for full text reading.

Results: This systematic review started with search various relevant articles, which were finally narrowed down to eighteen according to the inclusion criteria.

Conclusion: A thorough knowledge about the science of colour and shade selection is essential to the success in the field of Prosthodontics. It should be approached in a methodical manner. This enables the dentists to make the best choice and communicate it appropriately to the laboratory.

Clinical Significance: Even though the benefits of Shade matching are yet to be proven, evidences so far have not shown any adverse effects associated to shade matching. This means that the decisions made by clinicians whether or not to use shade matching depends upon clinical evaluation, patient physical and psychological health.

Keywords

Colour, Shade Selection, Esthetics, Shade Guides, Colour Matching.

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