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What are the four basic designs of bridges or fixed partial dentures (FPDs) mentioned in the text?
What are the four basic designs of bridges or fixed partial dentures (FPDs) mentioned in the text?
- Fixed – Fixed Bridge, Fixed – Movable Bridge, Simple Cantilever Bridge, Spring Cantilever Bridge (correct)
- Fixed – Fixed Bridge, Removable Bridge, Complex Cantilever Bridge, Flexible Cantilever Bridge
- Rigid Bridge, Flexible Bridge, Tilted Cantilever Bridge, Hinged Cantilever Bridge
- Stationary Bridge, Mobile Bridge, Inclined Cantilever Bridge, Elastic Cantilever Bridge
What is an advantage of a fixed – fixed FPD according to the text?
What is an advantage of a fixed – fixed FPD according to the text?
- Prone to dislodgement during normal use
- Requires minimal preparation of abutment teeth
- Strong design with maximum retention and strength (correct)
- Easy to remove by the patient
How should the abutment teeth be prepared for a fixed – fixed bridge according to the text?
How should the abutment teeth be prepared for a fixed – fixed bridge according to the text?
- Prepared at different angles for flexibility
- No specific preparation required for abutment teeth
- Prepared parallel to each other (correct)
- Prepared perpendicular to each other
In what situation is the design of fixed – fixed FPD considered most practical according to the text?
In what situation is the design of fixed – fixed FPD considered most practical according to the text?
What is a disadvantage of fixed – fixed FPD according to the text?
What is a disadvantage of fixed – fixed FPD according to the text?
What type of connector does a fixed – fixed bridge have at both ends of the pontic?
What type of connector does a fixed – fixed bridge have at both ends of the pontic?
What is a disadvantage of a simple cantilever Bridge?
What is a disadvantage of a simple cantilever Bridge?
What is the advantage of a fixed – movable Bridge?
What is the advantage of a fixed – movable Bridge?
In what situation is the design of fixed – fixed FPD considered most practical?
In what situation is the design of fixed – fixed FPD considered most practical?
What type of retainers should have approximately the same retention in a fixed – fixed bridge?
What type of retainers should have approximately the same retention in a fixed – fixed bridge?
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