Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare client for procedure
- Check the removable dental prosthesis prior to insertion
- Fit and evaluate the prosthesis
- Implement aseptic techniques to prevent the spread of infection
- Position the client comfortably for the procedure
- Instruct client on participation during the procedure
- Examine the prothesis for retention and stability
- Check the fitting surfaces of the appliance and ensure there are no sharp ridges or acrylic pearls
- Place denture in the mouth and assess that no over-extensions occur along the periphery of the dentures
- Confirm the occlusal relationships are acceptable
- Assess aesthetics
- Assess phonetics
- Assess client comfort
- Alter prosthesis
- Use materials and equipment required to carry out alterations in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
- Alter the fitting surface when pressure is indicated or when discrepancies to retention and stability are found
- Add materials to correct major discrepancies, either intra-orally or using a reline technique
- Adjust occlusion of the prosthesis using occlusal indicator materials where required
- Complete documentation
- Evaluate procedure and instruct the client