Crown to Root Ratio and Periodontal Tissues Quiz
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Which of the following can cause peri-implantitis?

  • Loosened screw
  • Improper crown placement
  • Excess cement (correct)
  • Bone loss

What is the advantage of a screw retained implant?

  • It is easier to use
  • It is retrievable (correct)
  • It has a lower risk of peri-implantitis
  • It requires less chair time

What is a potential disadvantage of a screw retained implant?

  • It causes irreversible bone loss
  • It has a higher risk of peri-implantitis
  • It is more difficult to clean
  • It requires frequent maintenance visits (correct)

Which type of bridge design is not recommended for posterior regions?

<p>Single retainer cantilever (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Dentistry is concerned with the design and fitting of artificial replacements for teeth and other parts of the mouth?

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

Which type of connector is used when one of the abutment teeth is tilted off axis?

<p>Non-rigid connector (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a crown in prosthodontics?

<p>To repair a damaged tooth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tooth should never be used as an abutment for a bridge?

<p>Endo treated tooth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an intermediate abutment?

<p>A natural tooth without adjacent teeth in proximal contact (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an implant in prosthodontics?

<p>To replace a single missing tooth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a connector in a dental bridge?

<p>To connect the retainer to the pontic (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of teeth are preferred as abutment teeth for a bridge?

<p>Molars with multiple roots (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is splinting of teeth recommended?

<p>When the abutment tooth has short roots (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of root shape is ideal for an abutment tooth?

<p>Divergent roots (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When are removable partial dentures indicated?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the definition of crown to root ratio in prosthodontics?

<p>The comparison of the length of the crown to the length of the root (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal crown to root ratio for an abutment tooth for a bridge?

<p>1 to 2 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Ante's Law, what should be the relationship between the PDL surface area of the abutment teeth and the imaginary PDL surface area of the missing teeth in a fixed bridge prosthesis?

<p>The PDL surface area of the abutment teeth should be equal to the imaginary PDL surface area of the missing teeth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would be the prognosis of a bridge that violates Ante's Law?

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What is the branch of Dentistry concerned with the design and fitting of artificial replacements for teeth and other parts of the mouth?

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

What is the term for the crown that attaches to the abutment in a dental bridge?

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

What is the term for the fake tooth in the center of a dental bridge?

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

What is the term for the tooth to which the bridge attaches in a dental bridge?

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

What is the term for the component that connects the retainer to the pontic in a dental bridge?

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

Which treatment option is a popular but expensive way of replacing missing teeth using artificial replacements?

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

What is the crown to root ratio that is considered ideal for an abutment tooth for a bridge?

<p>1 to 2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum crown to root ratio that can be used for an abutment tooth?

<p>1 to 1 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Ante's Law?

<p>The law that states the PDL surface area of the abutment teeth should be greater than the PDL surface area of the missing teeth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prognosis of a bridge that violates Ante's Law?

<p>Poor prognosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if there are more missing teeth in a bridge design?

<p>The bridge becomes longer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical crown and root that are considered in the crown to root ratio?

<p>Clinical crown and clinical root (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of a cement retained implant?

<p>It can cause peri-implantitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of a screw retained implant?

<p>It can be retrievable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between peri-implantitis and periodontitis?

<p>Peri-implantitis occurs around an implant, while periodontitis occurs around natural teeth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the screw access hole in a screw retained implant?

<p>To provide access for cleaning around the implant (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential problem with a screw retained implant?

<p>The screw may loosen during function (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of excess cement in a cement retained implant?

<p>Gum inflammation and bone loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tooth is recommended as an abutment for a bridge?

<p>Teeth with multiple roots (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When would splinting of teeth be recommended in a bridge?

<p>When the abutment tooth has a small PDL surface area (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal root shape for an abutment tooth?

<p>Curved and broad roots (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When are removable partial dentures indicated?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which arch is contraindicated for a complete denture when only the mandibular anterior teeth are present?

<p>Upper arch (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an over denture?

<p>A denture that is supported by implants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bridge design is not recommended for posterior regions?

<p>Cantilever bridge (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of connector is used when one of the abutment teeth is tilted off axis?

<p>Non-rigid connector (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an intermediate abutment?

<p>An implanted tooth substitute without adjacent teeth in contact (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why endo treated teeth should not be used as abutments?

<p>They become weaker due to the removal of dentin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of using compromised periodontal teeth as abutments?

<p>They have compromised periodontal health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When are non-rigid connectors used in bridge design?

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Flashcards

Peri-implantitis

A condition affecting the tissues around dental implants, characterized by inflammation, bone loss, and possible implant failure.

Screw-retained implant

A type of dental implant where the artificial tooth is attached to the implant using a screw.

Cement-retained implant

A type of dental implant where the artificial tooth is cemented onto the implant.

Cantilever bridge

A type of dental bridge where the pontic is supported only by one abutment tooth.

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Conventional bridge

A type of dental bridge where the pontic is supported by multiple abutment teeth.

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Non-rigid connector

A type of connector used in a dental bridge when an abutment tooth is tilted off-axis.

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Rigid connector

A type of connector used in a dental bridge when the abutment teeth are aligned.

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Prosthodontics

The branch of dentistry concerned with the design and fitting of artificial replacements for teeth and other parts of the mouth.

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Abutment tooth

A tooth that supports a dental bridge.

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Compromised periodontal tooth

A tooth that is not suitable as an abutment for a dental bridge due to compromised health.

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Endo-treated tooth

A tooth that has undergone root canal treatment.

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Crown to root ratio

The ratio of the length of the crown of an abutment tooth to the length of its root.

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Ante's Law

A principle in prosthodontics that states that the periodontal ligament (PDL) surface area of the abutment teeth should be equal to or greater than the PDL surface area of the missing teeth.

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Retainer

The crown that attaches to the abutment in a dental bridge.

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Pontic

The artificial tooth in the center of a dental bridge.

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Connector

The component that connects the retainer to the pontic.

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Removable partial denture

A type of removable denture that is supported by the remaining teeth and the tissues of the mouth.

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Overdenture

A type of denture that is placed over existing teeth.

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Peri-implantitis

A potential complication of dental implants that involves inflammation and bone loss around the implant.

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Screw-retained implant

A type of dental implant that involves a screw that attaches the artificial tooth to the implant.

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Cement-retained implant

A type of dental implant where the artificial tooth is cemented onto the implant.

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Cantilever bridge

A type of dental bridge where the pontic is supported only by one abutment tooth.

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Conventional bridge

A type of dental bridge where the pontic is supported by multiple abutment teeth.

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Non-rigid connector

A type of connector used in a dental bridge when an abutment tooth is tilted off-axis.

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Rigid connector

A type of connector used in a dental bridge when the abutment teeth are aligned.

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Prosthodontics

The branch of dentistry that deals with the replacement of missing teeth and other parts of the mouth.

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Abutment tooth

A tooth that supports a dental bridge.

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Compromised tooth

A tooth that is not suitable for use as an abutment for a dental bridge.

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Endo-treated tooth

A tooth that has been treated with root canal therapy.

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Crown-to-root ratio

The ratio of the crown length to the root length of an abutment tooth.

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Ante's Law

A principle in prosthodontics that states that the abutment tooth should have a sufficient amount of bone support to handle the load placed on it by the bridge.

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Study Notes

Prosthodontics Concepts

  • Peri-implantitis can be caused by poor oral hygiene, smoking, and genetic predisposition.

Implant Retention

  • Screw-retained implants offer the advantage of easier retrievability.
  • A potential disadvantage of screw-retained implants is that the screw access hole can be problematic.

Bridge Design

  • Using a cantilever design is not recommended for posterior regions.
  • When one of the abutment teeth is tilted off-axis, a non-rigid connector is used.

Prosthodontics Definition

  • Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry concerned with the design and fitting of artificial replacements for teeth and other parts of the mouth.

Abutment Tooth Selection

  • Teeth that should never be used as abutments for a bridge include endo-treated teeth.
  • Compromised periodontal teeth are not ideal abutments due to their doubtful prognosis.
  • Ideal abutment teeth have a root shape that is conical, tapered, and long.

Crown to Root Ratio

  • The ideal crown to root ratio for an abutment tooth is 2:3 or 1:1.5.
  • According to Ante's Law, the PDL surface area of the abutment teeth should be equal to or greater than the imaginary PDL surface area of the missing teeth.
  • Violating Ante's Law can lead to a poor prognosis for the bridge.

Bridge Components

  • The crown that attaches to the abutment in a dental bridge is called a retainer.
  • The fake tooth in the center of a dental bridge is called a pontic.
  • The tooth to which the bridge attaches is called an abutment.
  • The component that connects the retainer to the pontic is called a connector.

Treatment Options

  • Removable partial dentures are indicated when there are multiple missing teeth.
  • An over denture is a type of treatment option that involves placing a denture over existing teeth.

Implant Complications

  • Excess cement in a cement-retained implant can cause peri-implantitis.
  • Peri-implantitis is different from periodontitis in that it occurs around implants rather than natural teeth.

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Test your knowledge on crown to root ratio and its importance in prosthodontics. Learn why compromised periodontal tissues are weaker and how it affects bone support. Discover important concepts in the field of prosthodontics.

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