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OverviewThis accessible, illustrated text concentrates on the biological and functional principles to be followed in designing partial dentures. Written in the context of a developing country, the author emphasises design rather than materials. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Peter OwenPublisher: Juta Academic Imprint: University of Cape Town Press Edition: 2nd Ed Dimensions: Width: 15.00cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 22.00cm Weight: 0.500kg ISBN: 9781919713236ISBN 10: 1919713239 Pages: 144 Publication Date: 31 May 1998 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Professional & Vocational Format: Book Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsThe history of partial tooth loss; the consequences of partial tooth loss; the need for replacement; diagnosis and treatment; diagnosis; treatment plans and plans of treatment; preparation of the mouth; treatment outcomes; the biomechanical basis of support; tooth support; residual ridge support; displacement characteristics of periodontium and residual ridge mucous; the biomechanical basis of retention; active retention; passive retention; arch reciprocation; cross-arch stabilisation; indirect retention; clinical application of design principles; classification of edentulous spaces; determining the path of insertion; drawing a partial denture design; laboratory prescription; acrylic-based partial denture design; metal-based partial denture design; distal extension partial dentures; support and retention in distal-extension bases; the altered cast technique; design examples; clinical and laboratory procedures; an overview; clinical procedures; conclusion; bibliography.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |