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| Term | baseplate |
| Pronunciation | BAYS-playt |
| Variations | base plate, denture base |
| See also | wax rim |
| Definition | A plastic resin or hard wax material that is molded to the shape of the patient\'s residual ridge and used to support the denture teeth. |
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