What Are the Functions of a Rest on a Partial

question 22

Multiple Choice

What are the functions of a rest on a partial denture?

• A)It prevents the partial denture from moving in a gingival direction.
• B)It aids in distributing the retention load to several teeth.
• C)It prevents food from getting between the abutment tooth and the retainer.
• D)Rests do all of the above.

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