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Which anatomical landmark in the maxilla is considered a primary stress-bearing area for the design of a complete denture?
Which anatomical landmark in the maxilla is considered a primary stress-bearing area for the design of a complete denture?
- Maxillary tuberosity
- Labial vestibule
- Rugae
- Hard palate (correct)
Which structure in the maxilla is capable of withstanding more force than other areas due to the consistency of the mucosa and underlying bone?
Which structure in the maxilla is capable of withstanding more force than other areas due to the consistency of the mucosa and underlying bone?
- Fovea palatina
- Postero-lateral slopes of the residual alveolar ridge (correct)
- Buccal vestibule
- Cuspid eminence
Which structure in the maxilla is considered a relief area for the design of a complete denture?
Which structure in the maxilla is considered a relief area for the design of a complete denture?
- Hamular notch (correct)
- Buccal frenum
- Labial frenum
- Incisive papilla
Which anatomical landmark in the maxilla is part of the supporting structures for the design of a complete denture?
Which anatomical landmark in the maxilla is part of the supporting structures for the design of a complete denture?
Which area in the maxilla is considered a secondary stress-bearing area for the design of a complete denture?
Which area in the maxilla is considered a secondary stress-bearing area for the design of a complete denture?
Which anatomical landmark in the maxilla is considered a primary stress-bearing area?
Which anatomical landmark in the maxilla is considered a primary stress-bearing area?
Which structure in the maxilla is responsible for providing support for a complete denture?
Which structure in the maxilla is responsible for providing support for a complete denture?
Which area in the maxilla is considered a secondary stress-bearing area?
Which area in the maxilla is considered a secondary stress-bearing area?
Which landmark in the maxilla marks the posterior limit of the denture border?
Which landmark in the maxilla marks the posterior limit of the denture border?
Which anatomical structure in the maxilla is crucial for achieving proper retention of a complete denture?
Which anatomical structure in the maxilla is crucial for achieving proper retention of a complete denture?
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Primary stress-bearing area in maxilla for dentures
Primary stress-bearing area in maxilla for dentures
The hard palate, crucial for supporting denture pressure.
Secondary stress-bearing area for dentures
Secondary stress-bearing area for dentures
The rugae and cuspid eminence help bear some load.
Relief area for complete dentures
Relief area for complete dentures
Hamular notch, avoids pressure points.
Supporting structure for dentures
Supporting structure for dentures
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Postero-lateral slopes support
Postero-lateral slopes support
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Fovea palatina support
Fovea palatina support
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Rugae function in dentures
Rugae function in dentures
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Posterior denture border limit
Posterior denture border limit
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Denture retention area
Denture retention area
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Maxilla support for denture
Maxilla support for denture
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Study Notes
Anatomical Landmarks in the Maxilla for Complete Denture Design
- The crest of the maxillary ridge is considered a primary stress-bearing area for the design of a complete denture.
- The tuberosities are capable of withstanding more force than other areas due to the consistency of the mucosa and underlying bone.
- The posterior palatal seal area is considered a relief area for the design of a complete denture.
- The maxillary cuspid and crest of the ridge are part of the supporting structures for the design of a complete denture.
- The posterior palatal seal area is considered a secondary stress-bearing area for the design of a complete denture.
- The crest of the maxillary ridge is considered a primary stress-bearing area.
- The maxillary ridge is responsible for providing support for a complete denture.
- The posterior palatal seal area is considered a secondary stress-bearing area.
- The hamular notch marks the posterior limit of the denture border.
- The maxillary residual ridge is crucial for achieving proper retention of a complete denture.
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