Management of Edentulous Microstomia Patient: A Case Report and Classification System

Management of Edentulous Microstomia Patient: A Case Report and Classification System

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Microstomia is an abnormally reduced oral aperture.In the M Jeans literature, it is not classified by any particular size criteria, rather defined by its effects on function and esthetics.Prosthodontic management of edentulous patients with microstomia is a challenging task.Use of conventional methods for recording an impression and fabricating prosthesis is not effective in such patients.To fabricate well-fitting prosthesis, accuracy of impression recording important anatomic landmarks is essential.

Formation of an exacting custom tray and diagnostic cast is critical for final impression accuracy.Provision of a well-fitting prosthesis in microstomia patient will restore esthetics, comfort, and function with oral and systemic patient wellbeing.This Stress paper presents a case report of managing an edentulous microstomia patient with sectional removable prosthesis.Furthermore, it proposes a novel classification system for microstomia patients according to severity of the condition.