[The application of 3D geometric modular element for the removable partial denture].
OBJECTIVE
To discuss the application way for element library of dentition and the removable partial denture.


METHODS
With the help of some software, such as PRO/E, POWERSHAPE, etc, design the content and structure of the element libraries reasonably, and discussed the efficiency way of usage.


RESULTS
We can use the element libraries by the way of "import-edit",and the way of "element group".


CONCLUSIONS
The structure of the element libraries is reasonable and can run effectively.
Wei
Bin
B
Department of Prosthodontics, School of Stomatology, Shanghai Second Medical University Shanghai 200011, China.
Yan
He-qing
HQ
Zhang
Fu-qiang
FQ
Wang
Cheng-tao
CT