18 Questions
What is the purpose of using a Pressure Indicating Paste (P.I.P.) during RPD delivery?
To identify areas of heavy pressure and relieve them
What is the second connotation of the term 'adjustment' in RPD delivery and adjustments?
Accommodation by the patient to the new prosthesis
What is the purpose of final adjustments in RPD delivery?
To make final adjustments to the denture base and occlusal surface
What is the purpose of patient education in RPD delivery?
To educate the patient on maintenance and care of the RPD
What is the first step in adjusting the denture base to the supporting tissues?
Apply a thin film of Pressure Indicating Paste (P.I.P.) to the denture base
What is the purpose of reliving areas that displace the thin film of indicator paste?
To reduce pressure on the supporting tissues
What is the primary reason for relining a distal extension base?
To reestablish tissue support for the base
What is the difference between relining and rebasing a removable partial denture?
Relining resurfaces the tissue side of the denture, while rebasing replaces the entire denture base material
Why does a tooth-supported RPD require less frequent relining than a distal extension RPD?
Because tissue changes beneath a tooth-supported RPD do not affect the support of the RPD
What is a common reason for relining or rebasing a tooth-supported RPD?
Unhygienic conditions and the trapping of debris between the denture base and the residual ridge
What should the patient be advised prior to placement of the RPD?
That the RPD will require periodic examinations and relining
What is the limitation of metal framework in RPD treatment?
It can not be rebased or relined
What is the primary purpose of using Pressure Indicating Paste?
To identify areas of frequent displacement in the denture
What is the significance of the retromolar pad in relation to the Removable Partial Denture?
It is a common area of displacement in the mandibular denture
What is the primary goal of occlusal adjustments in the removable partial denture?
To establish the occlusal relationships of the RPD to the opposing dentition
What is the purpose of the wax try-in in the fabrication of the removable partial denture?
To test the fit and function of the RPD
What is one of the key responsibilities of the patient in maintaining the Removable Partial Denture?
To avoid careless handling of the RPD
What is the purpose of protecting the remaining teeth from caries in the maintenance of the Removable Partial Denture?
To prevent periodontal damage to the abutment teeth
This quiz assesses your understanding of the delivery and adjustment process of removable partial dentures (RPDs) including adjustments of the denture bearing areas and occlusal surfaces, and patient accommodation to the new prosthesis. Test your knowledge on the steps involved in RPD delivery and adjustments.
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