Use of a semi-precision attachment to fabricate a removable partial denture – a case report
Journal Title: Journal of Dental Specialities - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Use of attachments in providing better retention to removable prosthesis is not an outdated treatment modality. It is important for dentists to have more updated knowledge about its use and the success of such prosthesis is necessary to be able to benefit the patients. Proper diagnosis and treatment planning is necessary for selection of appropriate attachment type. This case report discusses use of an extracoronal attachment to enhance retention of a removable partial prosthesis.
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Savy Arora, Sheena Anand, Sanjeev Mittal
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