Questions and Answers
What is Kennedy Class 1?
What is Kennedy Class 2?
What is Kennedy Class 3?
What characterizes Kennedy Class 4?
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The most __________ __________ area(s) always determines classification.
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Edentulous areas other than those determining the main classification are called ________________ ________.
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Study Notes
Kennedy Classification Overview
- Kennedy classification system categorizes partial edentulism based on the location of edentulous spaces relative to remaining teeth.
Kennedy Class 1
- Characterized by bilateral edentulous areas located posterior to existing natural teeth.
Kennedy Class 2
- Defined by a unilateral edentulous area posterior to the remaining natural teeth.
Kennedy Class 3
- Involves a unilateral edentulous area with natural teeth present both anterior and posterior to it.
Kennedy Class 4
- A single edentulous area that crosses the midline and is positioned anterior to remaining natural teeth.
Posterior Edentulous Modification Spaces
- Always adopt the lowest classification possible; the most posterior edentulous area dictates the classification.
- Edentulous areas that do not contribute to the main classification are termed modification spaces and are counted separately.
- Missing third molars are excluded unless they will serve as an abutment; the same approach applies to second molars.
Variations within Classes
- Modifications (indicated with "Mod") can exist within classes, altering the classification based on additional edentulous areas while still adhering to the core classification principles.
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