Author/Editor		Vatovec, I; Žarkovič, S; Oblak, Č
Title		Priprava in protetična oskrba pacienta z močno izraženim žrelnim refleksom - prikaz primera
Translated title		Preparation and prosthodontic management of patient with a severe gag reflex - a case report
Type		članek
Source		Zobozdrav Vestn
Vol. and No.		Letnik 65, št. 1-2
Publication year		2010
Volume		str. 44-50
Language		slo
Abstract		The gag reflex is a normal physiologic mechanism that prevents foreign bodies from entering the trachea, pharynx, or larynx by the contraction of the oropharyngeal muscles. Hypersensitive gaggers cannot endure dental procedures. Several behavioural and pharmacological techniques have been introduced to prevent and control gagging. The paper describes the prosthodontic management of a patient with a severe gag reflex under intravenous sedation. A metal-porcelain bridge was placed in the lower jaw according to the concept of the short dental arch. The maxillary removable denture retained by conical crowns was minimized to avoid tactile stimulation of the denture on trigger areas.
Descriptors		DENTAL PROSTHESIS DENTAL PROSTHESIS DESIGN GAGGING ANESTHESIA, INTRAVENOUS MIDDLE AGE