Bridge
Fixed Partial denture is often termed as Bridge.
Components of Bridge or Fixed Partial Denture[edit | edit source]
Retainer[edit | edit source]
Retainer in a fixed partial denture is defined as, “the part of a fixed partial denture which unites the abutment(s) to the remainder of the restoration” –GPT.
Pontics[edit | edit source]
It can be defined as, “An artificial tooth on a fixed partial denture that replaces a missing tooth, restores its functions and usually fills the space previously filled by a natural crown” - GPT
Connectors[edit | edit source]
Connector in a fixed partial denture can be defined as, “The portion of a fixed partial denture that unites the retainer(s) and pontic(s)”- GPT.
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