Professional
Technical
IVT
vestibuloplasty
Pronunciation: ves-TIB-yoo-lo-plas-tee
Surgical deepening of the oral vestibule to improve denture retention.
Full Definition
Vestibuloplasty is a pre-prosthetic surgical procedure designed to increase the depth of the oral vestibule by repositioning muscle attachments and extending the denture-bearing area. This procedure enhances denture stability and retention by creating a more favorable anatomical foundation for prosthetic rehabilitation, particularly in patients with severe ridge resorption.
In Context
- "Lower vestibuloplasty was performed to improve mandibular denture retention." — pre-prosthetic surgery
- "The vestibuloplasty increased the height of the attached gingiva significantly." — surgical outcome
Also known as
vestibular extension
sulcus deepening
Don't confuse with
frenectomy
gingivoplasty