retention Flashcards
what is retention
the resistance of RPD to dislodge
How can retention be achieved
- through mechanical means–> direct and indirect retainers
- through muscular control
- through physical forces
What are some examples of direct retainers
- clasp
- guide plane
- attachments
what is a direct retainer
a component of RPD that engages abutment teeth in a manner to resist displacement of prosthesis
what is an indirect retainer
it is a component that assist the direct retainers to prevent displacement of the distal extension of the denture base by functioning through lever action on the opposing side of the fulcrum line
What can act as an indirect retainer
rests
what are some muscular control that helps with retention
cheeks and tongue help to retain
what are some physical forces that help with retention
- surface force, associated with saliva to denture and mucosa
- fluid force, surface tension of saliva, cohesive forces within saliva film, viscosity of saliva
- atmospheric pressure, dependent on border seal
what are the functions of a proximal plate
provides path of insertion, stabilise against rotation, stabilise abutment tooth, provide frictional retention, eliminate negative strain on abutment teeth during insertion and removal of prosthesis
what are some examples of suprabulge clasp
circumferential clasp, embrasure clasp, ring clasp, hair pin clasp, half and half clasp
how much of the clasp should be in the undercut
terminal 1/3
What are the pros of suprabulge clasp
Provides support, retention and bracing.
does not impinge on gingival tissue
more rigid
What are the cons of suprabulge clasp
more tooth coverage than infrabulge clasp
poor aesthetics
adjustments difficult
may need to trim more of coronal structure if occlusion tight
For free end saddle case, C clasp will act as an extraction like forceps on abutment teeth
What are some examples of infrabulge clasp
I bar, roach clasp, C clasp
What are the advantages of infrabulge clasp
less tooth contact
more aesthetic
more hygienic
minimises harmful effect of torque on abutment tooth for free end saddle case
easier to adjust