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

Tooth Anatomy01:21

Tooth Anatomy

2.8K
The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or...
2.8K

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

A small case series on the use of decellularized cadaveric dermal allograft (DermaPure®) for revisions following gender-affirming vaginoplasty.

International journal of impotence research·2025
Same author

Management of cosmetic concerns after gender-affirming vaginoplasty: a retrospective case series and guide to revisions.

International journal of impotence research·2025
Same author

Gender-affirming vaginoplasty: Technical considerations in patients with genital skin deficiency.

Neurourology and urodynamics·2022
Same author

Developing a Congregational Health Needs Assessment: Lessons Learned from Using a Participatory Research Approach.

Progress in community health partnerships : research, education, and action·2021
Same author

Replacement of Maxillary Permanent Central Incisors Lost Due to Trauma in the Mixed-Dentition.

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association·2015
Same author

Management of a Dental Implant with Internal Thread Damage. A Patient Treatment Report.

The New York state dental journal·2015

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 2, 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

1.2K

Flexible removable partial dentures: a basic overview.

Edward E Hill, Barry Rubel, John B Smith

    General Dentistry
    |March 7, 2014
    PubMed
    Summary

    Flexible resin materials offer options for removable partial denture (RPD) fabrication. This article reviews clinical information on nonrigid RPDs, addressing a gap in dental literature for informed clinical decisions.

    Area of Science:

    • Dental Materials Science
    • Prosthodontics

    Background:

    • Flexible resin materials have long been used for removable partial denture (RPD) fabrication.
    • Nonrigid materials can be considered for RPD components, particularly the major connector.
    • Limited dental literature exists on nonrigid RPDs beyond promotional content.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize clinically relevant information regarding flexible, nonrigid partial dentures.
    • To address the scarcity of scientific literature on nonrigid RPDs.
    • To aid dentists and laboratories in making informed decisions about using nonrigid RPDs.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review focusing on flexible and nonrigid materials for RPDs.
    • Synthesis of available clinical information and considerations.

    More Related Videos

    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

    955
    2-Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Polymer Treatment of Complete Dentures to Inhibit Denture Plaque Deposition
    06:02

    2-Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Polymer Treatment of Complete Dentures to Inhibit Denture Plaque Deposition

    Published on: December 26, 2016

    9.7K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: May 2, 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

    1.2K
    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

    955
    2-Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Polymer Treatment of Complete Dentures to Inhibit Denture Plaque Deposition
    06:02

    2-Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Polymer Treatment of Complete Dentures to Inhibit Denture Plaque Deposition

    Published on: December 26, 2016

    9.7K
  • Analysis of the current state of knowledge in dental publications.

    • Main Results:

    • Flexible resins are established materials for RPDs.
    • The use of nonrigid components in RPDs is a clinical consideration.
    • There is a significant lack of peer-reviewed information on nonrigid RPDs.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinical decisions regarding nonrigid RPDs currently rely heavily on dentist and laboratory expertise.
    • Further research and publication are needed to establish evidence-based guidelines for nonrigid RPDs.
    • This article provides a summary to bridge the current information gap for clinicians.