Description:

In this specialist-led partial denture session, learners will be introduced to the rationale, stages and techniques involved in partial denture construction as well as the various types of partial dentures.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the session, students will be able to:

• Articulate the indications for replacing missing teeth with a removable partial denture.

• Describe the stages in partial denture construction.

• Explain what types of partial denture are available, and their indications. e.g. two-part dentures, use of precision attachments, milled crowns etc.

• Describe when to use more specialised impression techniques e.g. altered cast, pick up impressions.