Requirements of a Clasp Assembly - Preclinical Prosthodontics IV
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What is the primary function of the reciprocal element within a clasp assembly?

  • To counteract lateral displacement of the abutment (correct)
  • To ensure the clasp assembly is passive
  • To support the weight of the prosthesis
  • To provide retention for the prosthesis

    • Which component of a clasp assembly contributes the most to the stability of the prosthesis?

  • The retentive clasp terminus
  • The wrought-wire clasp with relative flexibility
  • The mesial and distal minor connectors
  • The shoulder(s) of a cast circumferential retentive clasp (correct)

    • Where is the ideal location for the reciprocal clasp arm on the lingual surface of the abutment?

  • At the gingival margin of the tooth
  • At the junction of the middle and gingival thirds of the tooth (correct)
  • At the middle third of the tooth
  • At the occlusal surface of the tooth

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the six requirements for a clasp assembly?

    <p>Parallelism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of a clasp assembly does NOT effectively contribute to the stability of the prosthesis?

    <p>The retentive clasp terminus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the encirclement requirement in a clasp assembly?

    <p>To provide retention for the prosthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the six requirements of a clasp assembly?

    <p>Esthetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about rest seats is NOT true?

    <p>They are primarily located on the lingual surfaces of anterior teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a rest in a clasp assembly?

    <p>To resist displacement of the prosthesis in an apical direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a properly prepared rest seat and corresponding rest?

    <p>To resist displacement of the prosthesis toward the supporting teeth and soft tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following components of a clasp assembly may contribute to the support function, but is NOT essential for effective support?

    <p>A reciprocal element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the transmission of functional forces by a properly prepared rest seat and corresponding rest is true?

    <p>Functional forces are transmitted parallel to the long axes of the abutments</p> Signup and view all the answers

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