16 Questions
What determines the mesiodistal dimension of posterior teeth?
The average width and depth of upper and lower first molars
How is occlusogingival height represented in the posterior teeth selection?
Alphabet letters representing height ranges
What is the significance of the first number in a 3-digit number used in posterior teeth selection?
It represents the occlusal tooth form
What is the classification of tooth form based on the current classification system?
Anatomic, Semi-anatomic, and Non-anatomic
What are the indications for using non-anatomic posterior teeth?
Patients with poor neuromuscular control (bruxers, CP etc.)
What is one advantage of non-anatomic posterior teeth over anatomic teeth?
Reduction of horizontal forces
What are the characteristics of anterior teeth associated with a more feminine gender?
Curved, delicate, ovoid, tapering
What are the characteristics of anterior teeth associated with a more aged individual?
(Wear), (darker), (worn cusp tips)
What is the closest speaking space used for in denture esthetics?
Assessing the phonetics
Which factor influences the selection of denture teeth by determining the anterior plane of occlusion?
Incisal length
What is used to modify the flow of air to produce labiodental sounds such as 'f' and 'v'?
Lip support/profile
Which factor influences the selection of denture teeth by determining the arch form?
Arch size and shape
What is the intercanine distance used for in denture esthetics?
Selecting the mould of the teeth
What influences the selection of denture teeth by determining the posterior plane of occlusion?
Lip support/profile
What is used to assess the phonetics and ensure proper speech sounds are produced?
Phonetics (closest speaking space)
What is used as a part of the valving mechanism which modifies the flow of air to produce speech sounds?
Anterior teeth, tongue, and lips
Test your knowledge on factors influencing complete denture esthetics, criteria for selecting denture teeth mould, and the use of pre-extraction records. This quiz covers topics such as patient characteristics, arch size and shape, and factors influencing denture teeth selection.
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