Lecture 6

Question 1

direct technique for FPDs

Answer 1

• prolonged same appointment
• tissue trauma
• poor marginal fit
• only good to fair esthetics

Question 2

indirect technique for FPDs

Answer 2

• separate appointments
• no tissue trauma
• good marginal fit
• ideal esthetics

Question 3

what is the tissue trauma associated with direct technique

Answer 3

direct technique generates more heat and can lead to chemical burn

Question 4

what are the connector dimensions for FPDs

Answer 4

3mm bucco-lingually

4mm occlusal-cervically