Bar attachments. Stud attachments. Magnet attachments. Principles of retention, classification, advantages and disadvantages. Technical requirements for application Lab protocol

Question 1

Function of stud attachments

Answer 1

• Stress directors
• As overdenture abutments
• On roots or implants to retain removable denture

Question 2

Function of bar attachments

Answer 2

• Splinting effect-connect two or more abutment teeth

- When bone loss around abutment teeth

Question 3

Magnet function

Answer 3

Used for retention of mandibular overdentures