What are the precision attachment partial dentures?
A precision attachment is a precision-machined male and female (key and lock) housing that connects a removable partial denture to fixed bridgework. The female part of the attachment is soldered to fixed crowns or bridgework the male part is attached to the partial denture. The male is machined by the manufacturer to fit the female with such precision that any male out of the box will fit any female with an exact degree of accuracy. All of the precision attachments in a partial denture are positioned so that they are exactly parallel to each other.These type of prosthesis does not contain any clasps that may interfere with the appearance of the patient and are therefore an esthetic solution for people with partially edentulous mouths. The Advantages of Precision Attachments are : • Cosmetic Appearance • Maintainable Periodontal Health • Longevity of Abutment Teeth • Patient Comfort • Questionable Teeth can be saved in a way that does not affect case • Longevity if they are lost in the
