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Which part of the bridge is cemented to the abutment tooth and holds the pontics?
Which part of the bridge is cemented to the abutment tooth and holds the pontics?
- Pontic
- Retainers (correct)
- Abutments
- Connectors
What is the purpose of connectors in a bridge or fixed partial denture?
What is the purpose of connectors in a bridge or fixed partial denture?
- To provide stability to the bridge structure (correct)
- To hold the pontics
- To support the abutment teeth
- To connect the retainers
Which type of crown may be used as a retainer in a bridge or FPD?
Which type of crown may be used as a retainer in a bridge or FPD?
- 7/8 crown
- Reverse 3/4 crown
- Pin-ledge 3/4 crown
- All of the above (correct)
What type of bridges have only major retainers?
What type of bridges have only major retainers?
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What are the criteria for choosing a suitable retainer for a bridge or FPD?
What are the criteria for choosing a suitable retainer for a bridge or FPD?
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Which type of crown is considered a partial veneer crown?
Which type of crown is considered a partial veneer crown?
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Which type of bridge has a major retainer at one end of the pontic and a minor retainer at the other?
Which type of bridge has a major retainer at one end of the pontic and a minor retainer at the other?
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What is the purpose of a resin bonded retainer in a bridge or FPD?
What is the purpose of a resin bonded retainer in a bridge or FPD?
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Which factor is NOT considered when choosing a suitable retainer for a bridge or FPD?
Which factor is NOT considered when choosing a suitable retainer for a bridge or FPD?
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What does a reverse 3/4 crown refer to in the context of retainers for bridges or FPDs?
What does a reverse 3/4 crown refer to in the context of retainers for bridges or FPDs?
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