This extensively revised second edition offers a comprehensive, clinically grounded guide to the planning, materials, and techniques involved in the fabrication of both conventional and digital RPDs. Richly illustrated with color figures and video clips, it ensures a clear, accessible approach to learning and applying RPD protocols in modern prosthodontic practice. Key Features Edentulism Management:Offers clinical decision-making frameworks for partial edentulism, addressing both functional and esthetic demands. Esthetic Solutions:Explores options for clasp-retained and non-clasp RPDs, providing guidance on minimizing visibility and maximizing patient satisfaction. Implant-Assisted RPDs:Integrates implants as abutments to enhance retention, support, and stability, especially in challenging cases. Occlusal Considerations:Covers occlusion design, including re-establishment of occlusal vertical dimension (OVD) and maximal intercuspation for long-term success. Precision Attachments & Double Crowns:Describes use of attachments (e.g., ball, bar, telescopic systems) for improved function, esthetics, and patient comfort. TMJ Disorders & Maxillofacial Defects:Highlights the role of RPDs in temporomandibular disorder (TMD) management and rehabilitation of maxillofacial defects. Maintenance & Troubleshooting:Offers detailed protocols for post-insertion care, adjustments, and management of common complications. Disinfection Protocols:Emphasizes infection control, sterilization, and hygiene protocols in prosthodontic settings. Digital Workflow Integration:Introduces CAD/CAM, intraoral scanning, and 3D printing in the modern fabrication of RPDs.
