Dental Pontics in Fixed Partial Dentures

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What is the purpose of the connection between the Pontic and the retainer in stress-breaker type bridges?

  • To secure the bridge in place
  • To reduce the weight of the bridge
  • To allow for flexibility and stress distribution (correct)
  • To enhance aesthetics

What is the function of Pontic in a dental bridge?

  • Hearing enhancement
  • Respiration
  • Vision improvement
  • Mastication (correct)

Which materials can be used to fabricate a Pontic?

  • Wood, rubber, plastic
  • Aluminum foil, steel, copper
  • Metal, porcelain, zirconium (correct)
  • Glass, paper, concrete

Why is it important for Pontics to maintain the integrity of dental arches?

<p>To maintain normal teeth relationships (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which region would a full metal Pontic typically be used?

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

How do Pontics contribute to speech (phonetics)?

<p>By restricting air passage to reestablish normal sounds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component connects the metal backing and facing in a Pontic?

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

What type of connection is used between the Pontic and the retainer in the stress-breaker type of bridges?

<p>Non-rigid flexible connection (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region of the mouth is most likely to have a full metal Pontic?

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

What is the purpose of a solder joint in the Pontic?

<p>To add strength (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions is NOT attributed to Pontics?

<p>Facial hair growth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using zirconium in Pontic fabrication?

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

Which material combination is NOT used in Pontic fabrication according to the text?

<p>Acrylic backing with ceramic facing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Pontics contribute to speech improvement according to the text?

<p>By aiding in reestablishing normal sounds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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