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What does prosthetics primarily involve?
What does prosthetics primarily involve?
- The treatment of endodontic diseases
- The surgical removal of natural teeth
- The design and fitting of artificial replacements (correct)
- The diagnosis of oral cancer
What characterizes a dental cast?
What characterizes a dental cast?
- It can only be used for fixed partial dentures
- It represents only the maxillary arch
- It is made from a dental impression (correct)
- It is only used for making complete dentures
Which of the following best defines an edentulous patient?
Which of the following best defines an edentulous patient?
- A patient with natural teeth present
- A patient with no natural teeth (correct)
- A patient with compromised oral health
- A patient experiencing tooth decay
What is the primary benefit of removable partial dentures?
What is the primary benefit of removable partial dentures?
Which of the following is NOT a branch of prosthodontics?
Which of the following is NOT a branch of prosthodontics?
What do guiding planes refer to in prosthodontics?
What do guiding planes refer to in prosthodontics?
Which type of removable partial denture is made entirely of resin?
Which type of removable partial denture is made entirely of resin?
What is the relationship between tooth loss and age?
What is the relationship between tooth loss and age?
What is primary retention in removable partial dentures primarily associated with?
What is primary retention in removable partial dentures primarily associated with?
Which type of clasp is represented as RPI?
Which type of clasp is represented as RPI?
What does the fulcrum line describe in the context of removable partial dentures?
What does the fulcrum line describe in the context of removable partial dentures?
Why is it essential to avoid impingement of gingival tissue?
Why is it essential to avoid impingement of gingival tissue?
What is the recommended gingival clearance for lower major connectors?
What is the recommended gingival clearance for lower major connectors?
What provides secondary retention in removable partial dentures?
What provides secondary retention in removable partial dentures?
Where should the indirect retainer be placed in relation to the fulcrum line?
Where should the indirect retainer be placed in relation to the fulcrum line?
Which of the following is not a type of infrabulge clasp as indicated?
Which of the following is not a type of infrabulge clasp as indicated?
What is a key characteristic of a ladder-type minor connector?
What is a key characteristic of a ladder-type minor connector?
What is the maximum extension of the minor connector for a maxillary distal extension?
What is the maximum extension of the minor connector for a maxillary distal extension?
Which of the following statements about vertical minor connectors is true?
Which of the following statements about vertical minor connectors is true?
What is the recommended distance between two minor connectors?
What is the recommended distance between two minor connectors?
What factor should be considered when selecting a pontic?
What factor should be considered when selecting a pontic?
A lattice gridwork is also known as what?
A lattice gridwork is also known as what?
Which is NOT a characteristic that vertical minor connectors should possess?
Which is NOT a characteristic that vertical minor connectors should possess?
What is the relationship between the mesh and its openings?
What is the relationship between the mesh and its openings?
What is a primary reason for a patient to seek care when experiencing tooth loss?
What is a primary reason for a patient to seek care when experiencing tooth loss?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an acceptable classification method of partially edentulous arches?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an acceptable classification method of partially edentulous arches?
What does a classification system for partial dentures primarily facilitate?
What does a classification system for partial dentures primarily facilitate?
A Class II partial denture is defined as having what characteristic?
A Class II partial denture is defined as having what characteristic?
Which classification system ambiguity is highlighted in the content?
Which classification system ambiguity is highlighted in the content?
Which characteristic differentiates tissue-supported from tooth-supported RPD?
Which characteristic differentiates tissue-supported from tooth-supported RPD?
What aspect of masticatory efficiency may clinicians consider when assessing the impact of removable partial dentures?
What aspect of masticatory efficiency may clinicians consider when assessing the impact of removable partial dentures?
What is a potential downside of different methods of classifying partial dentures?
What is a potential downside of different methods of classifying partial dentures?
What is a primary characteristic of a major connector in removable partial dentures?
What is a primary characteristic of a major connector in removable partial dentures?
Which of the following is true regarding the relief provided under a major connector?
Which of the following is true regarding the relief provided under a major connector?
Which material should be used for a major connector to avoid allergic reactions?
Which material should be used for a major connector to avoid allergic reactions?
What does an inoperable tori in the oral cavity require when designing a major connector?
What does an inoperable tori in the oral cavity require when designing a major connector?
Which statement about the design of a major connector is correct?
Which statement about the design of a major connector is correct?
What is required to prevent a major connector from impinging upon oral tissues?
What is required to prevent a major connector from impinging upon oral tissues?
What is a disadvantage of making a major connector too thick?
What is a disadvantage of making a major connector too thick?
In what way do major connectors contribute to the design of removable partial dentures?
In what way do major connectors contribute to the design of removable partial dentures?
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Study Notes
Oral Function and Removable Partial Dentures
- Oral function, especially mastication, is crucial for digestive health and understanding the implications of removable partial dentures.
- Diminished masticatory efficiency can indicate underlying digestive problems.
Classification of Partially Edentulous Arches
- An effective classification system for partial dentures allows for quick recognition of the arch type being considered.
- Must differentiate between tooth-supported and tissue-supported removable partial dentures (RPD).
- Class II designates unilateral edentulous areas posterior to remaining natural teeth.
- Class III indicates unilateral edentulous areas with natural teeth both anterior and posterior.
- Class IV refers to single, bilateral edentulous areas.
Terminologies in Prosthodontics
- Prosthetics involves designing, constructing, and fitting prostheses.
- Guiding planes are vertically parallel surfaces on abutment teeth that guide the prosthesis during placement/removal.
- Edentulous ridge refers to residual bone and soft tissue covering the denture area.
- Dentulous indicates a patient with natural teeth; edentulous denotes absence of natural teeth.
Types of Removable Partial Dentures
- Types include all-resin appliances, resin with wire clasp, and resin with casted clasp.
- Removable partial dentures serve to restore oral functions and aesthetics due to missing teeth.
Effects of Tooth Loss
- Age and tooth loss are often interconnected, impacting the need for prosthetic solutions.
- Primary retention in RPDs relies on abutments bearing direct retainers, while secondary retention is based on the relationship between connectors and supporting tissues.
Infrabulge Clasp Types
- Types include RPT, RPI, RPY, RP-modified T-bar, and RP-modified Y-bar, with 'R' indicating 'rest' and 'P' indicating 'proximal plate'.
Fulcrum Line and Indirect Retainers
- The fulcrum line is an imaginary line through primary abutments that predicts RPD movement.
- Indirect retainers counteract potential denture movement and should bisect the fulcrum line.
Major Connectors in RPD Design
- Major connectors connect components on opposite sides of the prosthesis and provide cross-arch stability.
- They must be rigid, biocompatible, non-irritating to the tongue, and minimize tissue coverage.
- A minimum clearance of 4mm (lower) and 6mm (upper) between connectors and gingiva is required.
Minor Connectors and Their Design
- Minor connectors should be rigid, avoiding sharp angles and covering minimal gingival tissue.
- Vertical minor connectors should maintain sufficient bulk and be well-placed to enhance stability and function.
Factors Influencing Pontic Selection
- Shade, mold, and metal adaptation are key when selecting pontics in prosthetic design, ensuring natural appearance and integration with existing teeth.
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