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Which dental appliance is typically used to replace missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth?
Which dental appliance is typically used to replace missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth?
What type of dental prosthesis covers the entire arch of teeth?
What type of dental prosthesis covers the entire arch of teeth?
Which of the following dental appliances is primarily used for cosmetic enhancements, such as tooth shape and color?
Which of the following dental appliances is primarily used for cosmetic enhancements, such as tooth shape and color?
Which specialty dental appliance is aimed at correcting irregularities in teeth and jaws?
Which specialty dental appliance is aimed at correcting irregularities in teeth and jaws?
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What is the purpose of a dental implant?
What is the purpose of a dental implant?
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Study Notes
Dental Appliances / Prostheses
- Dental prostheses are a vital aspect of oral health care. They restore or replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues.
- Monitoring includes identifying and charting conditions, such as normal vs abnormal teeth (fractures, caries).
- Bespoke oral hygiene advice is tailored to each individual's needs.
- Appropriate treatment for conditions can be carried out.
- Health vs disease considerations are central to determining the necessary intervention.
Porcelain Jacket Crown
- Porcelain jacket crowns are a type of dental restoration.
- Made of porcelain, they cover the damaged or weakened tooth structurally, cosmetically and functionally.
Gold Crown
- Gold crowns are a traditional dental restoration.
- Constructed of gold, they provide support and strength, often for teeth with significant damage.
Bridge
- Bridges are used to replace missing teeth.
- Abutments are the teeth that support the bridge.
- Pontics are the false teeth that are placed in the space between the abutments.
- Bridges provide a stable and cosmetic solution for one or more missing teeth.
Porcelain Veneer
- Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells of porcelain.
- They are bonded to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance.
- They can correct minor defects like discoloration, chips and gaps.
Partial Denture
- Partial dentures are removable appliances that replace some missing teeth.
- They are constructed from a metal framework with artificial teeth.
Complete Denture
- Complete dentures replace all missing teeth in a specific arch.
- A complete denture is a removable prosthetic device for patients who lack all their teeth.
Gold Onlay
- Gold onlays are a type of dental filling, designed to restore a damaged tooth.
- They are made of gold, often used to replace damaged portions of a tooth.
Dental Implants
- Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are surgically placed into the jawbone.
- They provide a stable base for replacement teeth or crowns.
Orthodontic Appliances
- Orthodontic appliances are used to correct malocclusions and align teeth.
- Include braces (fixed and removable)
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