Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The Influence of Patient-, Site-, and Implant-Related Factors on Marginal Bone Levels of Dental Implants in a Rural Population in China: A Retrospective Study.

Clinical and experimental dental research·2024
Same author

Management of Schneiderian Membrane Perforations during Sinus Augmentation Procedures: A Preliminary Comparison of Two Different Approaches.

Journal of clinical medicine·2019
Same author

Classification and prognosis evaluation of individual teeth--a comprehensive approach.

Quintessence international (Berlin, Germany : 1985)·2009
Same author

In vivo changes in dental implant temperatures during hot beverage intake: a pilot study.

Implant dentistry·2009
Same author

Dental education economics: challenges and innovative strategies.

Journal of dental education·2008
Same author

Temperature changes in dental implants following exposure to hot substances in an ex vivo model.

Clinical oral implants research·2008

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jun 30, 2026

Impact of Fabrication Techniques and Polishing Procedures on Surface Roughness of Denture Base Resins
03:02

Impact of Fabrication Techniques and Polishing Procedures on Surface Roughness of Denture Base Resins

Published on: January 17, 2025

A systematic approach for removable partial denture design.

Nachum Samet1, Michael Bundy, Michal Kleinlener

  • 1Department of Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials Science, Harvard University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

General Dentistry
|September 25, 2008
PubMed
Summary

Dental implants are popular but costly. Removable partial dentures offer an alternative for patients needing tooth replacement, focusing on design principles like retention, support, and stability.

More Related Videos

A Finite Element Approach for Locating the Center of Resistance of Maxillary Teeth
10:50

A Finite Element Approach for Locating the Center of Resistance of Maxillary Teeth

Published on: April 8, 2020

Quasistatic Mechanical Testing for Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Occlusal Veneers Cemented to Milled Dentin Analog Material
07:42

Quasistatic Mechanical Testing for Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Occlusal Veneers Cemented to Milled Dentin Analog Material

Published on: December 20, 2024

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jun 30, 2026

Impact of Fabrication Techniques and Polishing Procedures on Surface Roughness of Denture Base Resins
03:02

Impact of Fabrication Techniques and Polishing Procedures on Surface Roughness of Denture Base Resins

Published on: January 17, 2025

A Finite Element Approach for Locating the Center of Resistance of Maxillary Teeth
10:50

A Finite Element Approach for Locating the Center of Resistance of Maxillary Teeth

Published on: April 8, 2020

Quasistatic Mechanical Testing for Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Occlusal Veneers Cemented to Milled Dentin Analog Material
07:42

Quasistatic Mechanical Testing for Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing Occlusal Veneers Cemented to Milled Dentin Analog Material

Published on: December 20, 2024

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Prosthodontics
  • Biomaterials

Background:

  • Dental implants are increasingly utilized for restoring edentulous spaces.
  • High costs and insufficient bone density limit implant accessibility for some patients.
  • Removable partial dentures (RPDs) provide a viable alternative for restoring dental function.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a simplified approach to removable partial denture design.
  • To guide clinicians in creating RPDs without undue complexity or frustration.
  • To elucidate the critical principles of retention, support, and stability in RPD design.

Main Methods:

  • This article focuses on conceptualizing RPD design rather than presenting empirical data.
  • Key design considerations including patient factors and biomechanical principles are discussed.
  • The methodology involves a systematic breakdown of the design process.

Main Results:

  • A structured approach to RPD design can mitigate complexity and user frustration.
  • Understanding the interplay of retention, support, and stability is crucial for successful RPD outcomes.
  • This framework aids in the predictable fabrication of functional RPDs.

Conclusions:

  • Removable partial dentures remain an essential treatment modality for partially edentulous patients.
  • A clear understanding of design principles enhances the predictability and success of RPD therapy.
  • This simplified design consideration approach empowers clinicians to effectively manage RPD fabrication.