[Summary of 61 cases of removable denture restoration in children with congenital tooth deficiency].

PURPOSE

To explore the methods and characteristics of removable denture restoration in children with congenital missing teeth.

METHODS

From 1998 to 2018, 61 children aging 3 to 12 years old with congenital dental deficiency were treated with removable dentures. There were 59 males and 2 females. Removable denture prostheses were designed according to the characteristics of the children and the residual teeth in the mouth. There were 42 complete dentures in 21 cases, 40 single jaw complete dentures and maxillary removable partial dentures in 20 cases and 40 removable partial dentures in upper and lower jaw, totally 61 cases and 122 dentures.

RESULTS

After wearing the removable denture, the appearance, chewing and pronunciation of the children were improved significantly.

CONCLUSIONS

Although the etiology of congenital tooth defect is not completely clear, children can have early denture restoration. It solves the difficulty of eating, improves appearance and pronunciation, and promotes growth and physical and mental health of children.