8/28: Rest & Rest Seats Flashcards
1
Q
- This is a rigid extension of a fixed or RPD that transmits functional forces to the teeth
A
Rest
2
Q
- What are the functions of rests?
A
a. Direct forces down the long axis
b. Prevent cervical movement
c. Limit lateral movement
d. Maintain retentive arm in proper vertical position
e. Improve occlusal plane
3
Q
- What are the types of rests?
A
a. Occlusal
b. Embrasure
c. Cingulum
d. Hooded
e. Incisal
4
Q
- Where is the location of occlusal rests?
A
a. mesial/distal pits
b. Over marginal ridge
5
Q
- What is the depth of the occlusal rest seat?
A
a. 1-1.5mm reduction over marginal ridge
b. 1.5-2mm at deepest
6
Q
- The floor of the rest seat and axial centers angle should be
A
a. Less than 90
7
Q
- Where is the location of the embrasure rest seats?
A
a. 2 adjacent posterior teeth
8
Q
- When are embrasure rests used?
A
a. No posterior modification space is available
9
Q
- In embrasure rests, should you maintain tooth contact?
A
Yes
10
Q
- How much space in embrasure rest seat?
A
2mm
11
Q
- What shape should the marginal ridge be for the embrasure rest? dimensions?
A
a. U shape
b. 1mm depth, 2mm wide
12
Q
- How is occlusal clearance evaluated for the embrasure rest?
A
a. 18-gauge wire
13
Q
- When would you use a lingual rest seat?
A
a. Canines with gradual lingual slope
b. Any anterior tooth
14
Q
- Can you prep a mandibular canine for a lingual rest? How?
A
a. Yes, with composite
15
Q
- How do you prep a cingulum rest seat for the max canine?
A
Cut into tooth