title: A technique to create appropriate abutment tooth contours for removable partial dentures.
abstract: A technique is presented for using light-cured composite resin to create desirable contours on abutment teeth for the retention and support of removable partial dentures. The desired tooth shape is created on a diagnostic cast, captured in a clear temporary splint material, and formed in resin on the abutment teeth with the splint acting as a matrix.
authors.affiliation: Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery, New York, NY, USA.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Alfonso
authors.forename: R W
authors.initials: RW
authors.lastname: Toothaker
authors.forename: R F
authors.initials: RF
authors.lastname: Wright
authors.forename: G S
authors.initials: GS
authors.lastname: White
mesh_terms: D003188:Composite Resins; D000044:Dental Abutments; D001840:Dental Bonding; D003832:Denture, Partial, Removable; D006801:Humans; D019231:Tooth Preparation, Prosthodontic / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins