A customized occlusal plane device for immediate denture patient

The study focuses on developing a simple, easy-to-construct, sterilizable, and customizable occlusal plane device. With the increasing preference for immediate dentures in dentistry, ensuring an accurate occlusal plane orientation is crucial for achieving proper function, aesthetics, and form in prosthodontic rehabilitation. Traditionally, a fox plane is used alongside the Camper’s plane or ala-tragus line to determine the occlusal plane. However, accurately assessing the occlusal plane before extracting remaining teeth when fabricating an interim immediate complete denture is challenging. A case involving a 69-year-old male patient with a partially edentulous maxillary arch and a completely edentulous mandibular arch highlights the application of a customized occlusal plane device. The technique involved modifying a conventional fox plane to evaluate the maxillary occlusal plane in immediate denture cases. The key advantage of this device is its adaptability, allowing for customization based on the patient’s dentition. Self-cure acrylic resin can be used to adjust spaces as needed, accommodating existing teeth and ensuring better prosthetic outcomes.