DLT 2021 - Removable Partial Dentures I

Clock Hours: 66

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
This course covers techniques used in fabricating cast removable partial denture frameworks utilizing a chrome-cobalt alloy. Topics include surveying, designing, block-out procedures, pouring refractory casts, waxing, casting, finishing, and polishing frameworks, tooth selection, setup, processing, and finishing of acrylic.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Know classifications, use applications, components, function, mechanics, design, construction steps.
Know diagnostic casts, custom trays, survey & design: indications / contraindications for design elements, survey principles, application & selection of components.
Know master cast fabrication, record bases & occlusion rims, mounting, design transfer to master, blockout, ledging & relief, refractory cast steps, design transfer to refractory cast, waxing frame pattern.
Create RPD wax pattern.
Know principles and techniques of spruing, investing, casting and metal finishing.
Know occlusion rims, mounting, principles and techniques of tooth arrangement and adaptation to framework, wax-up, processing & finishing. Understand techniques for altered cast, relines, swing-lock, wire clasps, repairs & modification.
Construct cast metal removal partial denture.