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What is the definition of 'edentulous'?
What is the definition of 'edentulous'?
- A condition in which all natural teeth are lost (correct)
- A condition in which all natural teeth are present in the mouth
- An artificial substitute of all natural teeth and associated structures
- A condition in which some of the natural teeth are lost
What is the role of a prosthodontist?
What is the role of a prosthodontist?
- Specialist in endodontics
- Specialist in prosthodontics (correct)
- Specialist in periodontics
- Specialist in orthodontics
What is the function of the 'occlusal surface' of denture surfaces?
What is the function of the 'occlusal surface' of denture surfaces?
- The surface used for attachment to the natural teeth
- The surface of the teeth that helps in chewing (correct)
- The surface facing the cheeks, lips, and tongue
- The surface resting on the edentulous ridge
What does 'partially edentulous' refer to?
What does 'partially edentulous' refer to?
What is the function of the 'polished surface' of denture surfaces?
What is the function of the 'polished surface' of denture surfaces?