McCracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics

This resource has been the standard text for basic principles and concepts of removable partial denture treatment planning and design for over 40 years. It thoroughly explains the clinical and laboratory aspects of providing removable partial dentures to manage the condition of missing teeth. Content extends from initial contact with the patient to post-treatment care. Inside this book, readers will find all the evidence-based information needed to diagnose, design, develop, and sequence a treatment plan.

Key Features

The newest techniques, procedures, and equipment used in today's partial denture construction are introduced and evaluated.
A six-page section in the chapter on Major and Minor Connectors (Chapter 5) reviews various major connectors side-by-side for quick comparison to help in the decision-making process.
Evidence-based approach helps readers diagnose, design, develop, and sequence a treatment plan.
Various philosophies and techniques are presented throughout, to allow readers to select and incorporate applicable techniques on a case-by-case basis.
Chapters are presented in three logically-sequenced sections: General Concepts and Treatment Planning; Clinical and Laboratory Procedures; and Maintenance.
Self-Assessment Aids pose questions at the end of each chapter to stimulate classroom discussion and ensure comprehension of material.
Terminology is consistent with the most recent edition of The Glossary of Prosthodontic Terms, keeping readers updated on the language currently used in dental schools and dental practices.
Completely revised and digitized art program displays high-quality color images to help readers visualize techniques and materials used in prosthetic dentistry.
Up-to-date literature is divided by topic and listed in the Selected Reading Resources at the end of the book, to provide supplemental articles and texts for additional research.

New to this Edition

All content beyond the basic level is set apart with a colored design, separating foundational material from the more advanced topics.
An entirely new chapter on Partially Edentulous Epidemiology, Physiology, and Terminology (Chapter 1) offers expanded coverage of terminology and basic information on changing treatment needs for partially edentulous patients based on retention of teeth in aging patients.
A new maxillofacial chapter reviews the principles of removable partial denture service for this unique patient group.
Detailed discussions of prostheses that are supported by dental implants keeps pace with the latest options for replacing teeth.
A full-color design includes clinical photos and illustrations that bring the subject to life.
New, high-quality line drawings are enhanced with color and detail.

Related Titles

Dental Implant Prosthetics
Prosthodontic Treatment for Edentulous Patients, 12th Edition : Complete Dentures and Implant-Supported Prostheses
Esthetic Color Training in Dentistry
Color Atlas of Dental Implant Surgery
Atlas of Oral Implantology, 2nd Edition

Contents
PART I: GENERAL CONCEPTS/TREATMENT PLANNING
1. Partially edentulous epidemiology, physiology, and terminology
2. Clasp-retained partial denture
3. Classification of partially edentulous arches
4. Biomechanics of removable partial dentures
5. Major and minor connectors
6. Rests and rest seats
7. Direct retainers
8. Indirect retainers
9. Denture base considerations
10. Principles of removable partial denture design
11. Surveying
12. Diagnosis and treatment planning

PART II: CLINICAL AND LABORATORY PROCEDURES
13. Preparation of mouth for removable partial dentures
14. Preparation of abutment teeth
15. Impression materials and procedures for removable partial dentures
16. Support for the distal extension denture base
17. Occlusal relationships for removable partial dentures
18. Laboratory procedures
19. Work authorizations for removable partial dentures
20. Initial placement, adjustment, and servicing of the removable partial denture

PART III: MAINTENANCE
21. Relining and rebasing the removable partial denture
22. Repairs and additions to removable partial dentures
23. Temporary removable partial dentures
24. Removable partial denture considerations in maxillofacial prosthetics

SELECTED READING RESOURCES


Author Information
By Alan B. Carr, DMD, MS, Professor, Department of Dental Specialties, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; Glen P. McGivney, DDS, FACD, Adjunct Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina, Editor, Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Chapel Hill, NC; and David T. Brown, DDS, MS, Vice Chairman, Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Indiana University, Indianapolis,IN.