Introduction In Removable
Partial Denture
Removable partial denture
Denture replaces one or more
teeth in the same arch. It can be
removed from the mouth and
replaced by the patient
Partially Edentulous
patient
Classification of partially
edentulous arches
Kennedy method of
classification
kennedy
k. Class k. Class
k. Class I k. Class II
III IV
Class I
Bilateral edentulous areas located
posterior to the remaining natural
.teeth
Class II
Unilateral edentulous areas located
posterior to the remaining natural
.teeth
Class III
A unilateral edentulous area with natural
teeth remaining both anterior and
posterior to it
Class IV
A single ,but bilateral (crossing the midline)
edentulous area located anterior to the
remaining natural teeth
Indications for a Removable
Partial Denture
To replace several teeth in the same quadrant.1
.or in both quadrants of the same arch
As a temporary replacement for missing teeth.2
.in a child
To replace missing teeth for patients who do.3
.not want a fixed bridge or implants
For the patient who finds it easier to maintain.4
.good oral hygiene
To serve as a splint to support periodontally.5
.involved teeth
Contraindications for a
Removable Partial Denture
A lack of suitable teeth in the arch to.1
support, stabilize, and retain the
.removable prosthesis
Rampant caries or severe periodontal.2
conditions that threaten the remaining
.teeth in the arch
A lack of patient acceptance for esthetic.3
.reasons
.Chronic poor oral hygiene.4
Components of a Partial
Denture
Framework.1
The cast metal skeleton that provides
support for the remaining
.components of the prosthesis
Connectors.2
Join various parts of the partial together
Major connector
Minor connector
Metal Framework
Retainer.3
Known as a clasp, it supports and
provides stability to the partial
denture by partially circling an
.abutment tooth
Rest.4
A metal projection designed to control
.the seating of the prosthesis
Artificial teeth.5
Constructed from either acrylic or
.porcelain
Components of a Partial Denture
Parts of the baseplate
Saddle.1
Connector.2
Occlusal rest .3
Materials of the baseplate
Acrylic .1
Metal .2
Metal-acrylic .3
combination
alloys used for partial denture (
fabricating: cobalt-
chrome alloys, gold alloys
)type IV and titanium
Appointment Sequencing for
a Partial Denture
Appointment 1: Records
.Updated health and dental history
.Prophylaxis
.Preliminary impressions
.Radiographs
.Photographs
Appointment 2: Preparation
.Prepare the teeth
.Take the final impression
.Take the occlusal registration
Select the shade and mold of the
.teeth
.Prepare the laboratory prescription
Appointment 3: Try-in
Evaluate the fit, comfort, and
.function of the appliance
Evaluate the shade, mold, and
.arrangement of the teeth
.Take new occlusal registration
Note any changes on the laboratory
.prescription
Appointment 4: Delivery
Placement of the partial denture by the -
.patient
.Check occlusion -
.Detect any pressure points -
Check retainers for tension on the natural -
. abutment teeth
.Polish partial -
.Give patient home instructions -
Home Care Instructions for a
Partial Denture
Store prosthesis in water when not -
. wearing it
After eating, remove it from mouth -
and brush or rinse the retainers,
.rests, and complete partial
Brush and floss abutment teeth and -
natural teeth to keep them free
.of food debris and plaque
Advise patient not to adjust the -
.partial denture
Appointment 5: Postdelivery
check
.Evaluate the fit
Check the mucosa for pressure
.areas and sore spots
Evaluate the function of the
.prosthesis
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