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What is the definition of prosthodontics?
A branch of dental art and science that deals with the replacement of missing teeth and oral tissue to restore and maintain oral form, function, appearance, and health.
What is support in relation to dentures?
Resistance to movement towards the tissues or teeth.
What is a removable partial denture (RPD)?
A partial denture that can be removed and replaced in the mouth by the patient.
What is retention in the context of dentures?
Resistance to removal from the tissues or teeth.
What is an abutment in the context of dentures?
A tooth that supports a partial denture.
Study Notes
Prosthodontics
- Prosthodontics is the branch of dentistry concerned with the restoration and maintenance of oral function, comfort, and aesthetics through the construction, placement, and maintenance of prosthetic teeth and appliances.
Denture Support
- Support in relation to dentures refers to the underlying tissues or structures that provide stability and retain the denture in place, including the surrounding mucous membrane, underlying bone, and adjacent teeth.
Removable Partial Denture (RPD)
- A removable partial denture (RPD) is a dental appliance that replaces one or more missing teeth and surrounding tissues, and can be removed and replaced by the patient themselves.
Retention in Dentures
- Retention in the context of dentures refers to the ability of the denture to resist displacement or removal from the oral cavity, often achieved through a combination of mechanical retention, suction, and adhesion.
Abutment in Relation to Dentures
- An abutment in the context of dentures is a natural tooth that is adjacent to a missing tooth, and is used as an anchor or support for a fixed or removable prosthesis, such as a bridge or RPD.
Learn about the basic concepts of Removable Partial Denture (RPD) and the Kennedy Classification system in Prosthodontics. This quiz covers the definition of terms, objectives, components, indications, classification, and requirements of RPDs.
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