Evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of edentulous patient

Key Points

• This study aims to redefine the diagnosis of edentulous patients through a comprehensive evaluation of anatomical conditions and functional expectations of dentures.
• Reorganized assessment framework focusing on support, retention, and maintenance based on anatomical conditions.
• Discussed limitations of conventional complete dentures and circumstances where implant support is beneficial.
• Emphasized the importance of diagnostic thought processes in determining appropriate treatment options.
• Identified increasing difficulty in achieving functional recovery with conventional complete dentures among elderly edentulous patients.
• Demonstrated the critical role of aligning patient expectations with prosthetic design through theoretical evaluation.
• Highlighted specific clinical scenarios where implant-supported prosthetics may outperform conventional methods.