Prosthodontics Overview

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What is the primary focus of prosthodontics?

  • Oral surgery for impacted teeth
  • Emergency care for dental injuries
  • Preventive dentistry for periodontal diseases
  • Rehabilitation of oral function and appearance (correct)

Which description best fits a fixed dental prosthesis?

  • It includes temporary solutions for immediate restoration.
  • It is removable and can be taken out by the patient.
  • It is securely attached to natural teeth or implants. (correct)
  • It is primarily used for cosmetic enhancements only.

What constitutes a dental prosthesis?

  • A surgical treatment for tooth decay
  • An artificial replacement for one or more teeth (correct)
  • An optional aesthetic enhancement for teeth
  • A method of tooth whitening

What is the correct definition of a prosthesis?

<p>An artificial replacement of an absent part of the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many teeth can a fixed dental prosthesis replace at maximum in each dental arch?

<p>Up to 16 teeth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Prosthetics

The art and science of creating artificial replacements for missing body parts.

Prosthesis

An artificial replacement for a missing body part.

Dental Prosthesis

Artificial replacement for one or more teeth, including the whole arch.

Fixed Dental Prosthesis

A dental prosthesis attached to teeth or implants.

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Prosthodontics

Dental specialty for oral function, comfort, and appearance.

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Study Notes

Prosthetics Overview

  • Prosthetics involve creating artificial replacements for missing body parts.
  • It's a combination of art and science.

Prosthetic Dentistry (Prosthodontics)

  • Focuses on oral function, comfort, and appearance.
  • Involves diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation, and maintenance.

Prosthesis Definition

  • A prosthesis is a man-made replacement for a missing body part.

Dental Prosthesis Definition

  • A dental prosthesis replaces one or more teeth (or even the entire dentition).
  • It may also replace associated alveolar structures (the bony parts that support the teeth).

Fixed Dental Prosthesis Definition

  • A fixed dental prosthesis is securely attached to natural teeth, roots, or dental implants.
  • It can replace between one and sixteen teeth in an arch.
  • Attachment methods include cementing (luted), screwing, or mechanical methods.

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