title: Cast metal resin-bonded retainers for posterior teeth.
abstract: The design, fabrication, and bonding factors relating to resin-bonded retainers for posterior teeth have been described. When indicated, these retainers provide an alternative to the usual fixed prosthodontic retainers. In addition to having the qualities of a fixed appliance, these retainers enable the therapeutic procedure to be conservative, esthetically acceptable, economical, and reversible.
mesh_terms: D003188:Composite Resins; D000044:Dental Abutments; D003722:Dental Alloys; D001840:Dental Bonding / Q000379:methods*; D003779:Denture Design; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans; D008963:Molar; D010347:Patient Care Planning
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D003722:Dental Alloys