Dental Connectors
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What type of connectors are rarely used?

  • C-Loop connectors (correct)
  • Saddle connectors
  • Rigid connectors
  • Inlay connectors

What is the primary purpose of using C-Loop connectors?

  • To maintain diastema in planned fixed prosthesis (correct)
  • To enhance aesthetics
  • To reduce cost of treatment
  • To increase the durability of the prosthesis

What type of prosthesis is C-Loop connectors used for?

  • Fixed partial denture (correct)
  • Removable partial denture
  • Complete denture
  • Dental implant

What is the condition required for the use of C-Loop connectors?

<p>Existence of diastema (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of C-Loop connectors?

<p>Used in removable partial dentures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using C-Loop connectors?

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

What is the limitation of C-Loop connectors?

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

What is the type of prosthesis where C-Loop connectors are used?

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

What is the primary concern of using C-Loop connectors?

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

What is the purpose of maintaining diastema in planned fixed prosthesis?

<p>To maintain diastema (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Connectors in Fixed Partial Dentures (FPDs)

  • Connectors are parts of a fixed partial denture (FPD) or splint that join individual retainers and pontics together.
  • There are two types of connectors: rigid (fixed) and non-rigid (flexible).
  • Tissue surface of connectors must be highly polished and curved facio-lingually to facilitate cleansing and prevent plaque accumulation.
  • Connectors should be placed as lingually and incisally as possible for self-cleansing.
  • The depth of a connector should always be sufficient to provide adequate strength.

Soldering Gap Width

  • As gap width increases, soldering accuracy decreases.
  • Extremely small gap widths can prevent proper solder flow and lead to an incomplete or weak joint.
  • An even soldering gap of about 0.25 mm is recommended.

Soldering of Post Ceramic

  • Post ceramic soldering should be done after ceramic firing.
  • Ceramic portions should be finished only after soldering.

Advantages of Soldering

  • Good access to finish the margins on both the wax pattern and the casting prior to soldering.

Loop Connectors

  • Loop connectors are rarely used and are used when the existence of diastema is to be maintained in planned fixed prosthesis.

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Learn about the importance of tissue surface design in dental connectors, including polishing and curvature, to prevent plaque accumulation and facilitate cleansing.

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