Comparative Evaluation of the Surface Area of the Maxillary and Mandibular Denture Bearing Area According to Arch Shapes Obtained Through A Manually Molded Impression.

Objective: This study was done to compare the surface area of the maxillary and mandibular denture bearing area obtained through a manually molded impression in an open mouth selective pressure technique.

Methodology: Final impression was made in 60 patients with zinc oxide eugenol impression paste, poured in dental stone to get master cast. Denture bearing area was marked with an indelible pencil.