Managing the imbalance forces with zone of minimal conflict

Abstract

The complex biophysical process that commonly occurs following extraction is residual ridge resorption. In a highly resorbed ridge, the retention and stability of the denture are more dependent on the position of the tooth and contour of the external denture surface. It becomes challenging to make a denture that is shaped by muscle function and is in harmony with the surrounding oral musculature. The objective of a prosthodontist is to restore form, function, and esthetics in coordination with the neuromuscular function to obtain a stable denture. This is a case report on a patient with a completely edentulous, severely resorbed mandibular residual ridge who has been treated by neutral zone technique.