10 Questions
Which area of the maxillary residual ridge is considered the primary stress-bearing area?
Hard palate
What can happen if pressure is applied to the incisive papilla?
Pain and burning sensation
What is the purpose of relieving the zygomatic process (malar process)?
Prevent soreness
What can be a consequence of not providing relief to the labial frenum?
Peripheral seal detachment
What can happen if the upper denture buccal flange is not properly relieved?
It may dislodge the upper denture
Which muscle reduces the mandibular buccal vestibule space under heavy biting pressure?
Masseter muscle
What defines the boundaries of the post dam in a denture?
The vibrating lines
Which soft palate classification is considered to have a rather horizontal extension with a wide post palatal seal area?
Class I
What determines the extent of additional area available for retention in a denture and the width of the posterior palatal seal area?
The soft palate classification
In what cases should a flat soft palate not be fitted with a post dam?
All cases require a post dam
Test your knowledge on the primary and secondary stress bearing areas in the maxillary residual ridge, rugae, hard palate, and incisive papilla. Understand the anatomical features and functions of these oral structures.
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