Exam questionKROK 2Dentistry ยท 2012
A 45-year-old patient complains of missing teeth in the lower jaw on the right. Objectively: the 46, 45, 38, 48 teeth are missing. The 47 tooth is mobile (1 grade mobility), the crown of the 44 tooth is destroyed by 1/2. What orthopedic construction should be recommended for restoration of masticatory efficiency and prevention of periodontal overload of the 47, 44 teeth?
Answer options
- Small saddle denture with clasp fixation for the 47, 44 teeth
- Bridge supported by the 47 tooth
- Soldered bridge supported by the 48, 44 teeth
- Arch denture with clasp fixation for the 47,44, 34 teeth
- Metal-ceramic bridge supported by the 47, 46 teeth
Correct answer
Arch denture with clasp fixation for the 47,44, 34 teeth
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