THE EFFECT OF PONTIC DESIGN TO PERIODONTAL TISSUE

Pontic is a part of a fixed partial denture that replaces missing teeth. The pontic must fulfill the function of achieveing an esthetic appearance and preventing tissue irritation. The basal surface of the pontic must be well-polished and smooth to preserve the health of the periodontal tissue. Besi...

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Main Authors: M. Nasrul Nasrul, Ira Tanti, Farisza Gita
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia 2015-06-01
Series:Journal of Dentistry Indonesia
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Online Access:http://jdentistry.ui.ac.id/index.php/JDI/article/view/307