L2.prosth.awareness

Question 0

In what directions do the maxillary and mandibular ridges resorb?

Answer 0

Maxillary: Up and back
Mandible: Down and out

Question 1

When does bone loss (residual ridge resorption) occur?

Answer 1

Following tooth loss.

Question 2

How does the rate of mandibular bone resorption compare to maxillary resorption?

Answer 2

The mandible resorbs at a rate 4X faster than the maxillary

Question 3

What are the 3 major factors that effect denture success? Define each

Answer 3

1. Support: Counteracts compressive forces
2. Stability: Counteracts lateral forces
3. Retention: Keeps denture in mouth. Counteracts vertical forces pulling denture out of mouth