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What is a consequence of not replacing missing teeth?
What is a consequence of not replacing missing teeth?
- Good occlusion and better masticatory function
- Improper occlusion leading to potential cause of TMDs
- Induce stresses on abutment teeth and tissues (correct)
- Excessive gingival recession
Why is it important to provide cross-arch support in removable partial dentures?
Why is it important to provide cross-arch support in removable partial dentures?
- To unite the remaining teeth and control direction of forces (correct)
- To induce stresses on abutment teeth
- To prevent gingival recession
- To promote excessive RRR
What is a common issue with poorly designed and fabricated removable partial dentures?
What is a common issue with poorly designed and fabricated removable partial dentures?
- Gingival recession prevention
- Build up of food debris leading to dental caries (correct)
- Proper occlusion leading to better masticatory function
- Preservation of remaining tissues
Why do RPDs need to restore the continuity of the dental arch?
Why do RPDs need to restore the continuity of the dental arch?
What is one of the objectives of using a Co-Cr framework in denture fabrication?
What is one of the objectives of using a Co-Cr framework in denture fabrication?
Why is it important to prevent excessive gingival recession in patients with RPDs?
Why is it important to prevent excessive gingival recession in patients with RPDs?
What issue can be caused by improperly designed removable partial dentures?
What issue can be caused by improperly designed removable partial dentures?
What is the role of mouth preparation in removable partial dentures?
What is the role of mouth preparation in removable partial dentures?
Why is it crucial to select appropriate denture teeth for fabrication?
Why is it crucial to select appropriate denture teeth for fabrication?
What happens when a patient decides against replacing missing teeth?
What happens when a patient decides against replacing missing teeth?