Systematic Clinical Evaluation and Correction Procedures for Support of Removable Partial Dentures

  1. Yuji Sato DDS, PhD1,
  2. Osamu Shimodaira DDS, PhD2,
  3. Noboru Kitagawa DDS, PhD3

Article first published online: 17 DEC 2007

DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-849X.2007.00279.x

Issue

Journal of Prosthodontics

Journal of Prosthodontics

Volume 17, Issue 3, pages 228–232, April 2008

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Sato, Y., Shimodaira, O. and Kitagawa, N. (2008), Systematic Clinical Evaluation and Correction Procedures for Support of Removable Partial Dentures. Journal of Prosthodontics, 17: 228–232. doi: 10.1111/j.1532-849X.2007.00279.x

Author Information

  1. 1

    Professor and Chairman, Department of Geriatric Dentistry, Showa University School of Dentistry, Tokyo, Japan

  2. 2

    Associate Professor, Department of Geriatric Dentistry, Showa University School of Dentistry, Tokyo, Japan

  3. 3

    Assistant Professor, Department of Geriatric Dentistry, Showa University School of Dentistry, Tokyo, Japan

*Correspondence: Correspondence 
Dr. Yuji Sato, Department of Geriatric Dentistry, Showa University, School of Dentistry, 2‐1‐1 Kitasenzoku, Ohta‐ku, Tokyo 145‐8515, Japan. E‐mail:
sato@senzoku.showa‐u.ac.jp

Publication History

  1. Issue published online: 17 DEC 2007
  2. Article first published online: 17 DEC 2007
  3. Accepted October 18, 2006

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Keywords:

  • Support ability;
  • occlusal rest;
  • removable partial denture

Abstract

Support, retention, and bracing are the three main functions of a direct retainer in removable partial dentures (RPDs). RPDs must have sufficient supporting ability for proper occlusal rehabilitation. Support ability depends on the fit, size, shape, and location of the occlusal rest. Support cannot be adjusted chairside in most cases. The purpose of this article is to present systematic evaluation criteria for support in an RPD and to describe methods for adjusting cast clasps with improper support. Appropriate design of RPDs and preparation of abutments are also described.

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