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What material is commonly used to make a removable partial denture?
What material is commonly used to make a removable partial denture?
- Acrylic resin (correct)
- Porcelain
- Titanium
- Gold alloy
What is a removable partial denture?
What is a removable partial denture?
- A temporary dental filling used before getting a permanent crown
- A type of dental implant that fuses with the jawbone
- A dental appliance used to replace missing teeth that can be easily taken out for cleaning (correct)
- A fixed dental bridge that cannot be removed by the patient
What is the purpose of a clasp in a removable partial denture?
What is the purpose of a clasp in a removable partial denture?
- To provide additional support to the artificial teeth
- To cover the roof of the mouth for stability
- To hold the denture in place by gripping onto the natural teeth (correct)
- To prevent food particles from getting trapped under the denture
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Study Notes
Removable Partial Denture
- A removable partial denture is a dental prosthetic device used to replace one or more missing teeth in a dental arch.
- It is a partial denture that can be removed and reinserted into the mouth as needed.
Materials Used
- Acrylic resin is a commonly used material to make a removable partial denture.
- Other materials like nylon, valplast, and metal-based materials may also be used.
Purpose of a Clasp
- A clasp is a component of a removable partial denture that helps to retain the denture in place.
- The purpose of a clasp is to grip or clasp onto the adjacent natural teeth, providing stability and support to the denture.
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