Term | abutment tooth |
See also | abutment, pontic, saddle |
Definition | A tooth that supports or retains a bridge or partial denture. 1. On a bridge, a prepared tooth to which the bridge is attached, whether it be full crown prep or inlay/onlay preps. 2. On a partial denture, a tooth which supports the denture with clasps or rests. |
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