Agus Dahlan
Department Of Prosthodontic, Faculty Of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga

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Journal : Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine

Complete Denture Treatment With a Flat Ridge Using Semi-adjustable Articulator Herdianti, Nur Cecilia; Soekobagiono, Soekobagiono; Dahlan, Agus
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 1 No. 1 (2018): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
Publisher : Faculty of Dental Medicine Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (229.754 KB) | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v1i1.2018.40-44

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Background: Complete denture is a removable denture replacing all the missing teeth and tissue in the upper jaw and lower jaw. The purpose of making complete denture is to improve the function of chewing, aesthetic functions and maintaining patient's oral health. Complete edentulous ridge will causes resorption, until it become flat. A flat ridge is associated with difficulties in providing successful dentures. Purpose: This case report aims to reported the treatment of complete edentulous maxillary and mandibular with a flat ridge using semi-adjustable articulator. Case(s): A 63-year-old male patient visited the Prosthodontic Clinic of Dentistry Faculty, Airlangga University with complete edentulous maxillary and mandibular, also flat ridge in his mandibular.  Case Management: This case is using semi-adjustable articulator (Stratos 300). Some accessories in Stratos 300 were used in this case, such as centric tray to help determine the height of bite, gnathometer M to help the process of functional impression and bite block, also tooth arrangement with 2D templates. Conclusion: The use of semi-adjustable articulator (Stratos 300) could restore stomatognathic function in accordance with patient's condition.
Mandibular Magnet Retained Complete Overdenture Chumaidi, Glady; Dahlan, Agus; Laksono, Harry
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 1 No. 1 (2018): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
Publisher : Faculty of Dental Medicine Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (243.008 KB) | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v1i1.2018.45-48

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Background: Complete denture in the lower jaw often has problems. The entire loss of the mandibular teeth often has a large resorption, so it is difficult to obtain retention and stability. Purpose: To report mandibular  magnet retained complete overdenture is can increase retention and stability in the lower jaw. Case: A 60-year-old man came to the Prosthodontics Clinic of RSGM Airlangga University with complaints of the old complete denture that made by previous dentist, is often unstable while talking and chewing, so the patient feel uncomfortable. The denture has been used for approximately four years. Therefore the patient wants to make a new complete denture. Case Management: PFM crown removed and 31,32,33,41,43 are treated with root canal treatment. Magnet keepers are fabricated on teeth 33,43, and metal copings are fabricated on teeth 31,32,41. The complete lower denture is attached to the magnet. Acrylic material denture are chosen. Discussion: Overdenture is a complete or partial denture that is placed above the tooth structure or the root of the original tooth which is the support of the denture. Overdenture treatment can maintain ridge height, reduced load of supporting elements, and avoid mucosal irritation. It's necessary to add retention in the form of magnets to the teeth 33 and 43 to get good retention and stability. Conclusion: Mandibular  magnet retained complete overdenture is can increase retention and stability in the lower jaw so that the patient feels satisfied and comfortable because the dentures are more retentive and stable.
Dental Health Knowledge Increased as a Result of Dental Health Education on Elderly Denture Care in Surabaya, Indonesia Nur Rahmania, Primanda; Dahlan, Agus; Kamadjaja, Michael Josef Kridanto; Prirastika, Pramesti; Pramesti, Rheyna Anissa; Adam, Syafira Salsabila
Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023): Indonesian Journal of Dental Medicine
Publisher : Faculty of Dental Medicine Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/ijdm.v6i1.2023.13-15

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Background: Losing teeth as a result of tooth extraction is a concern since it can affect speech impairment, temporomandibular junction (TMJ) dysfunction, masticatory dysfunction, and psychological disorders, specifically aesthetics. A fixed denture or a removable denture must be made to replace missing teeth in order to preserve the quality of life of the patient. Purpose: to describe the improvement in oral and dental health knowledge that resulted from dental health education about how to care for dentures in the nursing home. Methods: The data collection was done by two surveyors. The sample size for this study was 50 individuals over the age of 50. Under the direction of Jagir Health Centre, Pelangi and Lestari nursing home to educate the elderly about the instruction on how to take care of dentures. For the pre- and post-tests, the participants were required to complete a questionnaire in order to assess how their knowledge of oral and dental health had changed. Results: The presentation on oral and dental health education was mostly grasped by the participants. In comparison to the pre-test rate (58%), the post-test percentage (98%) was higher. Conclusion: This study showed that enhancement of elderly awareness of their oral and dental health condition through dental health education was a successful approach.