Provisional FPDs Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three methods for fabricating a provisional
A
direct
indirect
direct/indirect
2
Q
What are the steps for the indirect method
A
prepare the tooth take impression pour in stone alcote model fabricate provisional on model with ESF and provisional materials
3
Q
What four things are important to note involving the contours of the provisional
A
esthetics
gingival health
strength
often competing issues
4
Q
What are the steps to the direct/indirect method
A
under-prepare abutment teeth on a diagnostic cast
use ESF to fabricate shell of material
reline directly in mouth after preparation
5
Q
What are the steps for the direct method
A
complete patient preparations
fabricate provisional directly in patients mouth using actual preparations as your model
6
Q
In order to prevent typodont tissue damage, what should you do
A
coat the prepared adjacent teeth and gingiva thoroughly with vaseline
