Publications by authors named "Afreen Kouser"

The proper treatment of diseases has greatly benefited from dental technological advancements. The dentist may view, precisely measure, and create models of both hard and soft tissue using 3D printing. The most cutting-edge technique in dentistry is 3D printing; but it also lacks the user-training trainee.

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Introduction: The rapid advancement of 3D printing technology has opened new avenues for patient-specific prosthodontic rehabilitation. This study aimed to explore the impact of 3D printing technology on prosthodontic outcomes and patient satisfaction through a comparative analysis.

Materials And Methods: A total of 100 patients requiring prosthodontic rehabilitation were recruited for this study.

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Background:  The objective of this research was to assess the marginal bone loss and stability in a lingualized occlusal scheme with implant-supported mandibular overdentures as a viable solution for individuals experiencing difficulties with the retention of conventional mandibular dentures. The study assessed the marginal bone level (BL) using radiographic evaluation and clinically by evaluating periodontal health using probing depth index values over a period of 6 years.

Materials And Methods:  Ten completely edentulous male patients with a bone height (BH) of 15-25 mm at the mandibular symphyseal region and dissatisfaction with their mandibular conventional complete denture were included in the study.

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Congenitally missing anterior teeth alters the patient's physiognomy and diction in a big way. Maxillary incisor agenesis, prominently the lateral incisor is the most common congenitally missing permanent tooth, in the anterior maxillary region, which is the esthetic zone, representing approximately 20% of all dental anomalies. Treatment planning is inclusive of; smile design, preparation, perception of the patients, and their expectations in relation to esthetics, interdisciplinary alliance that meets the functional, health, and esthetic needs.

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