Abstract

With the advances of implants in dentistry, mucosal problem of denture have been overlook to some extent. There are cases where the treatment plan of conventional complete denture cannot be neglected. Treatment planning of denture fabrication starts from preoperative diagnosis and clinical assessment of the supporting tissue. Success of the prosthesis depends on the variability of the mucosal displacement. This article reviews the various mucosal effects on complete denture. It should be properly assessed to maintain denture balance and to achieve oral and denture hygiene in optimum level.