Pre-prosthetic Surgery: An Aid In Success Of Prosthodontic Treatment

Pre-Prosthetic surgery is a part of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. But it also play vital role in the success of prosthodontic treatment in elderly patients. Pre-Prosthetic surgery deals with the preparation of oral tissue and surrounding structure favourable to placement of subsequent prosthesis for their proper placement& retention. Surgical improvement of denture bearing area and surrounding structures with Pre-Prosthetic surgery offers an exciting and demanding challenge to the Prosthodontist.So Pre-Prosthetic surgery is still a relevant treatment option for elderly patients.

Pre-Prosthetic surgery is a part of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. But it also play vital role in the success of prosthodontic treatment in elderly patients. Pre-Prosthetic surgery deals with the preparation of oral tissue and surrounding structure favourable to placement of subsequent prosthesis for their proper placement& retention. Surgical improvement of denture bearing area and surrounding structures with Pre-Prosthetic surgery offers an exciting and demanding challenge to the Prosthodontist.So Pre-Prosthetic surgery is still a relevant treatment option for elderly patients.