Modified functionally generated path technique for single complete denture against non-modified natural dentition

ABSTRACTBackgroundA clinical report of a patient complaining of frequent fractures of her maxillary complete denture opposing dentulous mandibular arch is presented.Materials and MethodsThe patient was rehabilitated with a maxillary complete denture using modified functionally generated path technique to achieve harmonious occlusion between the complete denture and the natural dentition.DiscussionUsing the patient's own denture to record the functionally generated path made the technique much easier and also saved valuable chair-side time. Occlusal balancing in the trial denture bases gave us the flexibility to move the teeth slightly, or grind them in order to balance the occlusion.Summary and ConclusionOur modification of the functionally generated path technique resulted in successful rehabilitation of the patient without any fracture of the prosthesis in the 2-year follow-up, and has saved valuable chair-side time and laboratory effort.