Comparison Between Neutral Zone and Admixed Impression Techniques for Atrophic Mandibular Ridges

This study aims to compare two impression techniques, the neutral zone technique and the admixed impression technique, for making complete dentures in patients with atrophic mandibular ridges (severely resorbed lower jaw ridges). A total of 60 patients aged 50-70 years will be included and divided into two groups of 30 patients each. One group will receive complete dentures made using the neutral zone technique, while the other group will receive complete dentures made using the admixed impression technique. Patient comfort during impression making will be assessed and compared between the two techniques to determine which technique provides greater comfort for patients with atrophic mandibular ridges.

Inclusion Criteria: Patients aged 50 to 70 years Completely edentulous in lower jaw Atrophic mandibular ridge as per operational definition Patients coming for new complete denture or havin ill fitting denture \- Exclusion Criteria: * History of trauma or surgery history of neuromuscular disorders affecting tongue,lips or cheeks history of oral infections or untreated oral lesions history of systemic conditions where denture impression is not advised history of suitabilty for implant supported prosthesis history of poor cooperation or unable to follow dentists instruction during impression