| 1 | 1. Removable partial denture planning (Kennedy Class I–IV); evaluation of partial edentulism according to the Kennedy classification; planning principles for tooth-supported and tooth–tissue-supported dentures; assessment of the design in terms of support, retention, and stability. 2. Model analysis (pre-prosthetic diagnostic model); undercut analysis on the model; determination of guiding planes and path of insertion; planning of rest seat locations. 3. Oral preparation; intraoral modifications; preparation of rest seat and rest seat recess on enamel; creation of the path of insertion. 4. Anatomic and functional impression making; prefabricated/custom trays; selective pressure impression techniques (Applegate, McLean, functional relining, etc.). 5. Framework try-in and jaw relationships; evaluation of the metal framework; centric relation record; techniques for mounting on the articulator. 6. Tooth arrangement; principles of esthetic, phonetic, and functional placement; arrangement criteria for anterior and posterior teeth. 7. Occlusion; occlusal adjustment and control; elimination of premature contacts; occlusal guidance and stabilization. 8. Try-in, intraoral adaptation, and patient education; evaluation of try-in; intraoral fit of the denture; cleaning and usage instructions. 9. Effects on oral health, problems, and solutions; relief of sore spots; denture stomatitis; speech disorders; scheduling follow-up appointments. 10. Border and base relining, repair; rebasing and relining techniques; fracture repair; addition of clasps or teeth. 11. Interim removable partial dentures; indications and classifications; temporary retention systems; usage duration and material properties. 12. Precision attachments: classification and planning principles; rotational, slide, and telescopic attachments; design in tooth-supported precision attachment dentures; planning criteria. |