Cu-Sil denture: A novel approach for the preservation of teeth and bone

Muller De Van’s dictum states that “the perpetual preservation of what remains is more important than the meticulous replacement of what is lost.” In today’s context, this principle emphasizes the importance of preserving natural teeth rather than extracting them and replacing them with artificial alternatives. One notable modification of conventional removable partial dentures is the Cu-Sil denture, a type of transitional denture that covers the remaining natural teeth while allowing them to be preserved. Maintaining natural teeth is crucial for sustaining the integrity of the alveolar bone and the proprioceptive function of the periodontium. Cu-sil denture can be the best option for patients who are not willing for extraction or endodontic treatment, this boosts the confidence of the patient by the presence of natural teeth along with proprioception, esthetics, masticatory efficiency, and self-confidence. This case report details that the fabrication of a Cu-Sil denture is a tooth and tissue-bearing acrylic denture with holes for the natural tooth to emerge through it and a gasket surrounding their neck by long-term soft silicon liner.