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Residual alveolar ridges are in constant state of change due to residual ridge resorption (RRR), mucosal and tissue irritation. Complete dentures being a fixed entity in ever changing oral cavity thus cannot remain in close adaptation with tissue bearing surfaces. Polished surfaces are meant to be rigid to withstand masticatory load and the intaglio surface should be designed so that it continuously adapts to soft tissues. Thus permitting better retention and uniform masticatory force distribution. Liquid supported dentures combine this plasticity and flexibility and eliminate use of easily deteriorating soft liners and tissue conditioners in patients with atrophic and flabby ridges and in xerostomic, diabetic and bruxism cases. This case report presents fabrication of liquid supported denture in atrophic maxillary ridge. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Predictable esthetic results coupled with survival rate being more than 95% has made implant supported auricular prosthesis as one of the most accepted modality to treat auricular defects. Use of two osseointegrated implants to achieve support is classically accepted treatment modality in alloplastic ear reconstruction. This case report deals with rehabilitation of congenital auricular defect utilizing single implant and tissue support. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]