Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
What is the MOST important factor to establish before beginning complete denture treatment?
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Correct answer: C. The patient's expectations
- A. Shade matters esthetically but is not the determinant of treatment success.
- B. Prior denture history is useful information but subordinate to expectations.
- C. Correct. Unrealistic expectations are the single strongest predictor of complete denture dissatisfaction — more predictive than ridge anatomy or technical execution. Address them before starting.
- D. Material choice is a technical detail with several acceptable options.
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