| dc.description.abstract | Thermoplastic nylon is an ideal choice for RPD base material construction.
Biocompatibility of nylon resin was obtained from flexibility, elasticity and
the absence of residue left behind during manipulation processes. The
existing flexibility and elasticity were extremely enabling it to be placed on
the undercut area around the tooth and gingival, hence it provided maximum
retention and stabilization. The advantages of this plastic material include no
hypersensitivity reactions and the absence of metal components as it in
conventional denture, so that aesthetics purposes can be achieved. The
disadvantages of this resin is the presence of the amide group of hydrophilic
nylon resin that able to absorb water and further hydrolyzed by the salivary
hydrolase enzymes. Therefore, it can affect the flexibility and it color
stability. A flexible RPD, when properly designed, carefully made, and
adjusted when needed can be an entirely satisfactory restoration. On the
contrary, the presence of a flexible RPD may increase plaque formation
around the remaining teeth, so oral hygiene should receive great emphasized.
Finally, before and after constructing a partial removable prosthesis, patient is
motivated to maintain his remaining dentition with good oral hygiene to
preserve the integrity of the oral environment. | en_US |
