Question 223 (part 2) · LDEK · Denture-related oral lesions

Diffused mucositis of palate and alveolar processes, overlapping with denture base, characterized by loosening, petechial hemorrhaging and mobility against the surface. This description is concerns:

  1. A. biologic changes of the aging system.
  2. B. clinical image of prosthetic stomatopathy – chronic inflammation.
  3. C. prosthetic base of type III edentulous oral cavity according to Supple.
  4. D. clinical image of prosthetic stomatopathy – acute inflammation.
  5. E. answers A and B are true.
Hint

Consider the time course: diffuse redness confined to the base outline with spongy, mobile mucosa develops during long-term wear.

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