Dent 1100: Section 1 Review Questions

Question 1

Define Prosthesis

Answer 1

A substitute for a natural part which has been lost

Question 2

What are the three main functions of the mouth and oral cavity?

Answer 2

Mastication, speech and appearance

Question 3

List four ways of the loss of several teeth affects appearance.

Answer 3

A) The change in shape of the lips or cheeks due to loss of support by the teeth
B)The change in a person’s appearance due to conscious or subconscious efforts to avoid smiling or other wise showing unattractive teeth
C) The change in facial contour resulting from the loss of support for the muscles of facial expression.
D) The illusion of a prominent chin which results form the mandible being closer to the maxillae (lost vertical dimension) as a result of the loss of all the teeth in one or both arches.

Question 4

What are the four objectives of prosthodontic treatment?

Answer 4

1) to restore masticating function
2) to restore or improve the appearance of an individual
3) to improve speech
4) to carry out these procedures in such a manner as to cause the patient no harm or discomfort

Question 5

What are the laboratory procedures associated with the first appointment for complete denture treatment?

Answer 5

Laboratory Procedures: The preliminary impression are poured in plaster or dental stone to produce preliminary casts. Custom tray are then constructed on the preliminary casts.