Types of Dentures
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What is the main function of complete dentures?

  • Mastication (correct)
  • Speech
  • Appearance
  • Health of the alveolar bone and temporomandibular joints
  • Which dental prosthesis replaces the entire natural dentition?

  • Removable partial denture
  • Fixed partial denture
  • Partial denture
  • Complete denture (correct)
  • What is the definition of a partial denture?

  • A prosthesis that replaces all natural teeth
  • A prosthesis that rests on the foundation tissues
  • A prosthesis that cannot be removed from the mouth
  • A prosthesis that replaces some but not all natural teeth (correct)
  • Where does a fixed partial denture attach?

    <p>Natural teeth or tooth roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the part of the denture that rests on the foundation tissues?

    <p>Denture base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the denture polished surface?

    <p>Extend from borders of the denture facing lips and tongue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of denture are teeth attached to the denture base?

    <p>Complete denture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a removable partial denture allow the patient to do?

    <p>Remove and replace the prosthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which surface of the complete denture makes contact with antagonist teeth?

    <p>Occlusal surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a removable partial denture from a fixed partial denture?

    <p>Attachment to natural teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

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