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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?

Weak denture body Signup and view all the answers

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

Maximum denture stability and good denture fitness Signup and view all the answers

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

Accidental drop Signup and view all the answers

Why might a patient require a palateless denture?

To avoid Gage reflex Signup and view all the answers

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

Increase in stress concentration Signup and view all the answers

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

When dealing with flangeless or palateless dentures Signup and view all the answers

What may cause gaseous porosity in denture fabrication?

Improper curing cycle Signup and view all the answers

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

Prominent labial frenum Signup and view all the answers

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

Presence of powerful masticatory muscles Signup and view all the answers

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

Impact fracture Signup and view all the answers

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

Improper polymerization of acrylic resin 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?

Improper relief Signup and view all the answers

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

Mechanical fracture Signup and view all the answers

What leads to fatigue fracture in dentures?

Repeated flexing by forces too small to fracture it directly Signup and view all the answers

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

Absence of labial flange Signup and view all the answers