Novel die pin cheek plumper attachment- innovation to enhance facial esthetics in completely edentulous patients

Aim: This article describes the noninvasive treatment alternative to enhance the appearance by detachable cheek plumpers used with the conventional complete dentures, using different attachments (push buttons and double die pins). Background: In the era of increasing demand for esthetics, the role of complete denture is not limited to the functional efficacy. So much attention is given to the lip fullness for the complete denture patients. Similarly slumped tissues in the cheeks should also be an area of concern and be included in the treatment planning. Case Description: Two patients with slumped cheeks seeked a denture with esthetic rehabilitation. For first patient, cheek plumper was attached to denture with a push button and for the other, die pin attachments were used. Conclusion: In some cases teeth and the denture base satisfactorily restores the anatomical contour of the soft tissues but in severely slumped cheeks some additional bulk on the denture is necessary. Clinical Significance: Sunken cheeks can add years to the person’s age. Sag or collapse of the patient’s features can negatively impact the self-confidence, social interactions and personal relationships of the patient. Surgical corrections for this disfigurement are not readily acceptable to all the patients because of the cost, discomfort, and certain systemic limitations.