advantages and disadvantages in rpd

What is a primary reason why the need for restoration of partially edentulous conditions is increasing?

Answer explanation

Increased retention of teeth for longer periods due to fluoridated water and other factors.

Which of the following is a disadvantage associated with tooth loss and its impact on the residual ridge?

• Increased predictability of bone loss in all patients

• ) Loss of ridge volume

According to the sources, what is a key disadvantage of removable partial dentures in terms of functional restoration?

Answer explanation

They may lead to less precise muscular guidance compared to natural teeth due to loss of PMR input

What is considered a common technical quality concern for removable partial dentures?

What is a potential advantage of using removable partial dentures, despite their limitations?

• They are always the preferred choice of patients.

• They can restore aesthetics, particularly in the anterior region