Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
A patient arrives at your office with a complete denture. What is the FIRST thing you should do?
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Correct answer: D. Verify the denture belongs to this patient
The very FIRST step is to verify the denture belongs to THAT patient — critical in institutional settings where dentures are commonly mislabeled or mixed up. Source confirms: 'Ver que es del paciente.'
- A. Retention and stability are clinical assessments — also after confirming ownership.
- B. OVD evaluation is an important clinical step — comes AFTER confirming it's the patient's denture.
- C. Posterior palatal seal is assessed clinically — after identity is confirmed.
- D. CORRECT. Verify the denture belongs to the patient FIRST. Especially critical in nursing homes/multi-patient settings.
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