Causes of Denture Base Fractures Quiz

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What type of denture fracture is typically caused by an accidental drop?

  • Mid-line fracture
  • Two-part fracture (correct)
  • Intra-oral fracture
  • Delayed fracture

Which of the following is the main cause of a delayed denture fracture?

  • Ridge resorption
  • Heavy masticatory force
  • Accidental drop
  • Heavy stress concentration over a long time (correct)

What is the recommended treatment approach for a denture fracture caused by poor denture fit and loss of load distribution?

  • Relining the denture (correct)
  • Adjusting the occlusion
  • Replacing the denture
  • Providing additional relief

What is the primary cause of denture base fracture in a mandibular denture with a deep V-shaped notch?

<p>Weak denture body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way to prevent denture base fracture according to the text?

<p>Maximum denture stability and good denture fitness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following patient factors can lead to a mid-line fracture of a maxillary denture?

<p>Accidental drop (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might a patient require a palateless denture?

<p>To avoid Gage reflex (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What could be a consequence of deep labial ridge undercut in denture design?

<p>Increase in stress concentration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation would the use of reinforcement like Metal denture base be recommended?

<p>When dealing with flangeless or palateless dentures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may cause gaseous porosity in denture fabrication?

<p>Improper curing cycle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can contribute to complete denture fracture related to patient factors?

<p>Prominent labial frenum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of high occlusal loads leading to denture fractures?

<p>Presence of powerful masticatory muscles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fracture occurs when a denture is accidentally dropped on a hard surface?

<p>Impact fracture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a cause of acrylic base fracture?

<p>Improper polymerization of acrylic resin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Basker et al. (2011), which of the following is NOT a denture factor contributing to denture base fracture?

<p>Improper relief (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fracture depends on factors like weak points in the denture body and improper loading?

<p>Mechanical fracture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What leads to fatigue fracture in dentures?

<p>Repeated flexing by forces too small to fracture it directly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of complete denture fractures according to the text?

<p>Absence of labial flange (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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