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What is the Kennedy classification method used for?
What is the Kennedy classification method used for?
- To classify partially edentulous arches (correct)
- To classify dental hygiene products
- To classify fully edentulous arches
- To classify single tooth replacements
What defines Kennedy Class I?
What defines Kennedy Class I?
Bilateral Distal Extension
What is the definition of 'Bilateral Distal Extension'?
What is the definition of 'Bilateral Distal Extension'?
Kennedy Class I
What defines Kennedy Class II?
What defines Kennedy Class II?
What is the definition of 'Unilateral Distal Extension'?
What is the definition of 'Unilateral Distal Extension'?
What defines Kennedy Class III?
What defines Kennedy Class III?
What is the definition of 'Tooth Supported'?
What is the definition of 'Tooth Supported'?
What defines Kennedy Class IV?
What defines Kennedy Class IV?
What is the definition of 'Anterior-Bilateral'?
What is the definition of 'Anterior-Bilateral'?
What are edentulous areas other than those that determine the basic classes called?
What are edentulous areas other than those that determine the basic classes called?
According to Applegate's Rules, classification should ______ that might alter the original classification.
According to Applegate's Rules, classification should ______ that might alter the original classification.
If the 3rd molar is ______, it is NOT considered in the classification.
If the 3rd molar is ______, it is NOT considered in the classification.
If a 3rd molar is ______, it IS considered in the classification.
If a 3rd molar is ______, it IS considered in the classification.
If a 2nd molar is ______, it is NOT considered in the classification.
If a 2nd molar is ______, it is NOT considered in the classification.
The ______ ALWAYS determines the classification.
The ______ ALWAYS determines the classification.
Edentulous areas other than those determining the classification are referred to as ______ and are designated by their ___.
Edentulous areas other than those determining the classification are referred to as ______ and are designated by their ___.
According to Applegate's Rules, what is not considered in the extent of modification?
According to Applegate's Rules, what is not considered in the extent of modification?
In which class can no modification areas be included?
In which class can no modification areas be included?
Identify a Class II, Mod 2.
Identify a Class II, Mod 2.
Identify a Class II, Mod 1.
Identify a Class II, Mod 1.
Identify a Class III, Mod 2.
Identify a Class III, Mod 2.
Which four classes have the highest incidence at 72%?
Which four classes have the highest incidence at 72%?
Flashcards
Kennedy Classification
Kennedy Classification
A method to categorize partially edentulous arches.
Kennedy Class I
Kennedy Class I
Missing teeth on both sides extending to the back.
Kennedy Class II
Kennedy Class II
Missing teeth on one side extending to the back.
Kennedy Class III
Kennedy Class III
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Kennedy Class IV
Kennedy Class IV
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Modification Spaces
Modification Spaces
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Applegate's Rule: Follow
Applegate's Rule: Follow
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Missing 3rd Molar
Missing 3rd Molar
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Present 3rd Molar
Present 3rd Molar
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Missing 2nd Molar
Missing 2nd Molar
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Most Posterior Area
Most Posterior Area
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Modification Designation
Modification Designation
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Extent of Modification
Extent of Modification
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Class IV Modifications
Class IV Modifications
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Study Notes
Kennedy Classification Overview
- Classifies partially edentulous arches into Classes I-IV.
- Each class may have modification spaces affecting classification.
Kennedy Class I
- Known as "Bilateral Distal Extension."
- Characterized by bilateral edentulous areas posterior to existing natural teeth.
Kennedy Class II
- Refers to "Unilateral Distal Extension."
- Contains a unilateral edentulous area behind the remaining natural teeth.
Kennedy Class III
- Described as "Tooth Supported."
- Involves an edentulous area with natural teeth present both anterior and posterior to it.
Kennedy Class IV
- Identified as "Anterior-Bilateral."
- Labeled by a single bilateral edentulous area that crosses the midline, located anterior to other natural teeth.
Modification Spaces
- Defined as additional edentulous areas not affecting primary class classifications.
Applegate's Rules Summary
- Rule 1: Follow classification that may change due to extractions.
- Rule 2: A missing 3rd molar is excluded from classification.
- Rule 3: A present 3rd molar used as an abutment is included.
- Rule 4: A missing 2nd molar is not considered if not to be replaced.
- Rule 5: Most posterior edentulous areas dictate the classification.
- Rule 6: Edentulous areas not determining the classification are "Modification Spaces," designated by quantity.
- Rule 7: Only the number of additional areas is considered, not their extent.
- Rule 8: No modification areas can be part of Class IV arches.
Class Incidence
- The highest incidence at 72% is associated with four specific classes.
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