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Consider a truck trying to pull a stationary car. As the truck exerts a force on the car, static friction is created at the point of contact between the two surfaces. This frictional force resists the car's movement and keeps it at rest. However, when the applied force by the truck surpasses the limiting static frictional force, an interesting phenomenon occurs. The frictional force at the interface reduces to a lower value, known as the kinetic frictional force. At this point, the car...

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Friction is an essential concept in physics, engineering, and everyday life. It is the force that opposes the relative motion or tendency of such motion between two surfaces in contact. One of the most common types of friction encountered in various applications is dry friction. Dry friction problems can be broadly categorized into three types, each with unique characteristics and challenges.
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The Friction Clasp.

Donald M Belles¹

¹Department of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Dentistry, Houston, TX.

Journal of Prosthodontics : Official Journal of the American College of Prosthodontists

|December 21, 2018

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This report details a modified direct retainer design for removable partial dentures, simplifying fabrication. The technique significantly reduces visible clasps on Class III and IV prostheses.

Keywords:

Direct retainer dual path partial denture design

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Dental Prosthodontics
Biomaterials Science

Background:

Conventional direct retainers in removable partial dentures can be aesthetically displeasing.
Class III and IV partially edentulous arches present unique challenges for retainer design and aesthetics.

Observation:

A modified direct retainer design is presented, integrating principles of dual path partial dentures.
This novel design aims for enhanced ease in both the conceptualization and manufacturing stages.

Findings:

The primary benefit observed is the minimization of visible clasps, particularly on Class III and Class IV removable partial denture frameworks.
A clinical case is presented to illustrate the practical application and efficacy of this modified design.

Implications:

This approach offers improved esthetics in removable partial denture prosthodontics.
The simplified design and fabrication process may increase the adoption of more aesthetically pleasing partial denture solutions.