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What is the primary function of a major connector?
What is the primary function of a major connector?
Why must major connectors be rigid?
Why must major connectors be rigid?
How many categories of major connectors are typically used on the maxillary arch?
How many categories of major connectors are typically used on the maxillary arch?
What is the major connector called that is an AP palatal bars?
What is the major connector called that is an AP palatal bars?
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What happens if one object in the framework is flexible while the other is rigid?
What happens if one object in the framework is flexible while the other is rigid?
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What is the function of a broad palatal strap?
What is the function of a broad palatal strap?
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What is the name of the horseshoe shape connector used for partial dentures in specific circumstances?
What is the name of the horseshoe shape connector used for partial dentures in specific circumstances?
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How many teeth stabilization points are needed to prevent rotation and instability when using the mentioned connector?
How many teeth stabilization points are needed to prevent rotation and instability when using the mentioned connector?
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Which class of modifications is not ideal for the horseshoe shape connector?
Which class of modifications is not ideal for the horseshoe shape connector?
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What is the most common major connector for the mandibular arch?
What is the most common major connector for the mandibular arch?
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What dictates the adequacy of lingual fold depth assessment during tongue movement?
What dictates the adequacy of lingual fold depth assessment during tongue movement?
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What does the lingual blanket contact to redirect forces and increase support?
What does the lingual blanket contact to redirect forces and increase support?
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What is scored into the cast in certain areas of the major connector on the maxillary arch to increase contact and seal?
What is scored into the cast in certain areas of the major connector on the maxillary arch to increase contact and seal?
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Which type of major connector is most common for the maxillary arch?
Which type of major connector is most common for the maxillary arch?
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What is added to the mandibular arch as a spacer during framework production to prevent the rest from touching the mucosa?
What is added to the mandibular arch as a spacer during framework production to prevent the rest from touching the mucosa?
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What should be removed due to difficulty in designing removable restorations around them?
What should be removed due to difficulty in designing removable restorations around them?
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What can interfere with the inferior border of the partial, leading to removal?
What can interfere with the inferior border of the partial, leading to removal?
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What can have other issues such as undercuts and guide planes in lower major connectors?
What can have other issues such as undercuts and guide planes in lower major connectors?
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What type of finish line is created from a plastic pattern on the outside or tongue side of the partial denture?
What type of finish line is created from a plastic pattern on the outside or tongue side of the partial denture?
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Which type of teeth replacement is considered an esthetic alternative to a thick acrylic flange for missing anterior teeth?
Which type of teeth replacement is considered an esthetic alternative to a thick acrylic flange for missing anterior teeth?
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What is the purpose of lingual major connectors in cases with lingually tipped teeth?
What is the purpose of lingual major connectors in cases with lingually tipped teeth?
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In denture fabrication, what is the butt joint between metal and acrylic at the major connector's junction with the denture base called?
In denture fabrication, what is the butt joint between metal and acrylic at the major connector's junction with the denture base called?
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When is additional mechanical retention or reinforcement required for single tooth spaces in denture fabrication?
When is additional mechanical retention or reinforcement required for single tooth spaces in denture fabrication?
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What type of tooth replacement is used in the posterior area where additional mechanical retention is required?
What type of tooth replacement is used in the posterior area where additional mechanical retention is required?
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What is the function of a full palatal coverage connector for Kennedy Class one maxillary cases?
What is the function of a full palatal coverage connector for Kennedy Class one maxillary cases?
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What is the main advantage of using a full palatal coverage connector over all-metal palates?
What is the main advantage of using a full palatal coverage connector over all-metal palates?
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When not using full palatal coverage, what is an alternative connector for dentures?
When not using full palatal coverage, what is an alternative connector for dentures?
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What is the purpose of lingual bars in relation to mandibular major connectors?
What is the purpose of lingual bars in relation to mandibular major connectors?
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What are the key considerations when determining the width and thickness of connectors?
What are the key considerations when determining the width and thickness of connectors?
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In which cases are lingual bars used as major connectors?
In which cases are lingual bars used as major connectors?
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Study Notes
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Full palatal coverage is a major connector used in specific applications for Kennedy class one patients on the maxillary arch. Prioritizing patient comfort and symmetry, the connector follows these guidelines:
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Anterior Palatal Bars:
- Broad anterior palatal bar: Thinner and one-piece metal structure connecting the anterior teeth with speech issues due to thickness.
- Posterior palatal bar: Half-teardrop shaped with thickness increasing towards the posterior, parallel to the anterior palatal bar and perpendicular to the median suture.
- Both anterior and posterior bars maintain a minimum distance of 6mm from the gingival margins of the anterior teeth.
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Full palatal coverage connector:
- Full acrylic coverage for Kennedy class one maxillary cases.
- Includes a metal base for posterior meshwork placement.
- Offers additional support through a posterior palatal seal.
- Can be used to cover Tori or Taurus when present.
- More adjustable than all-metal palates.
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When not using full palatal coverage, a horseshoe shape is an alternative connector for dentures.
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Lingual bars (simple and blanket) are options for mandibular major connectors.
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Width and thickness of connectors depend on the number of missing teeth.
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Rigidity of the connector and patient comfort are key considerations.
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Test your knowledge of major connectors in dental prosthodontics with this quiz. Learn about the importance of stabilizing all four areas with teeth to prevent horizontal rotation.
