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What is Prosthodontics?
What is Prosthodontics?
- The art and science of preventing tooth loss and decay
- The art and science of cleaning and maintaining teeth
- The art and science of replacing teeth with natural substitutes
- The art and science of replacing teeth and surrounding structures with a removable substitute (correct)
What does 'edentulous' refer to?
What does 'edentulous' refer to?
- Patients with crooked teeth
- Patients with weak teeth
- Patients with healthy teeth
- Patients who have lost all their teeth (correct)
What is the main difference between removable prosthesis and fixed prosthesis?
What is the main difference between removable prosthesis and fixed prosthesis?
- Removable prosthesis can be removed and put back by the patient, while fixed prosthesis can't be removed by the patient (correct)
- Fixed prosthesis is more comfortable than removable prosthesis
- Fixed prosthesis requires less maintenance than removable prosthesis
- Removable prosthesis is cheaper than fixed prosthesis
What does the edentulous state represent?
What does the edentulous state represent?
How are the sequelae perceived by edentulous patients?
How are the sequelae perceived by edentulous patients?
What is the primary support area for the retromolar pad?
What is the primary support area for the retromolar pad?
What is the function of muscles during border molding of the retromolar pad?
What is the function of muscles during border molding of the retromolar pad?
What is the composition of the anterior aspect of the retromolar pad?
What is the composition of the anterior aspect of the retromolar pad?
Which area is located between the posterior aspect and the anterior aspect of the retromolar pad?
Which area is located between the posterior aspect and the anterior aspect of the retromolar pad?
What makes the retromolar pad resistant to resorption?
What makes the retromolar pad resistant to resorption?
Study Notes
Prosthodontics Overview
- Specializes in designing, manufacturing, and fitting artificial replacements for teeth and surrounding tissues.
- Includes a variety of treatments such as dentures, crowns, bridges, and implants.
Edentulous Definition
- Refers to a state of having no natural teeth.
Removable vs. Fixed Prosthesis
- Removable prosthesis can be taken out by the patient, while fixed prosthesis is permanently attached and requires professional removal.
Edentulous State Implications
- Represents significant loss of functional teeth affecting eating, speaking, and overall oral health.
Patient Perceptions of Sequelae
- Edentulous patients often experience negative psychosocial effects, including lowered self-esteem and social withdrawal.
Primary Support Area for Retromolar Pad
- The primary support area is located in the soft tissue behind the last molar in the mandible, providing stability for dentures.
Function of Muscles in Border Molding
- Muscles help establish proper borders of the retromolar pad area, ensuring accurate adaptation and fit of prostheses.
Composition of the Anterior Aspect of Retromolar Pad
- Composed of dense fibrous connective tissue, contributing to its stability and support.
Intermediate Area of the Retromolar Pad
- The buccal frenum area is situated between the posterior and anterior aspects of the retromolar pad.
Resistance to Resorption
- The retromolar pad is resistant to resorption due to its connective tissue structure and blood supply, providing stable support for prosthetic devices.
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Learn about removable prosthodontics with this introductory quiz. Discover the art and science of replacing teeth with a removable substitute and explore the different types of prosthodontics.
