Fixed
Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics
fixed prosthodontics is commonly referred to as...
crown and bridge
custom provisional vs prefabricated provisional?
A custom provisional is made for the patient and looks more natural, while a prefabricated provisional is a pre-made shell that is adjusted to fit.
prosthesis that replaces one or more teeth in one arch?
partial denture
How long can an implant last?
20+ years, a lifetime with good hygiene and upkeep
"without teeth"
edentulous
Can be a tooth, a root, or an implant used for the retention of a fixed or removable prosthesis
abutment
How long is a provisional crown/bridge typically worn?
2 weeks to 1 month
Which component of the partial denture joins together the other various parts?
The connectors
success rate for implants is?
90%
When and where is the dental convention held?
Anaheim in May (May 14-16)
Santa Clara in August (Aug 21 & 22)
What is the term for an exact replica of a tooth prepared by a lab tech?
die
Why is provisional coverage important for a prepared tooth?
Provisional coverage helps protect the tooth, keeps the patient comfortable, and maintains chewing and tooth position while waiting for the final crown or bridge.
Retainer on a partial is also called
clasp
What is the most commonly placed implant type?
The endosteal implant
foot-controlled device to operate handpiece?
rheostat
restoration placed to improve the appearance of the facial surfaces of teeth?
veneers
Which type of prefabricated crowns are commonly used for the restoration of primary posterior teeth?
stainless steel crowns
Why are patients told not to adjust their removable partial denture themselves?
Adjusting the partial at home can damage it or make it fit worse. Patients should contact the dentist so the denture can be adjusted safely and correctly.
A sinus lift is indicated when there is inadequate bone to support an implant in which area of the mouth?
maxillary posterior area
normal pulse for an adult is between...
60 and 100 bpm
inlay vs onlay?
An inlay fits inside the tooth and covers part of the chewing/proximal. An onlay covers more, including most of the chewing surface and the proximal surfaces.
What is the setting time for the resin placed in a preformed crown?
The crown is lifted off and on the prepared tooth until the resin has hardened, which is approximately 90 seconds.
How does a removable partial denture receive its support and retention?
from the underlying tissues and remaining teeth that serve as abutments. Flanges are parts of the denture that extend from the teeth to the border of the denture.
Who from the dental team can perform procedures of dental implants?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon, periodontist, prosthodontist, and implantologist
first person to make practical use of dental radiographs?
C. Edmund Kells
fun fact!