Technical terms about dental prostheses with K

Ceramic – a tooth-coloured material that transmits light in a similar way to natural enamel. As a veneer or as a full ceramic restoration. Full ceramic Veneering Zirconium oxide

Clasp – a metal arm that holds a partial denture on the neighbouring tooth. Reliable, but visible depending on its position. Partial denture Cast partial denture Attachment

Combined prostheses – a restoration made of a fixed and a removable part, joined by telescopes or attachments. Telescopic crown Attachment

Crown – a cap that completely encloses a heavily destroyed tooth and restores its shape. partial crown Tooth stump Preparation

Acrylic tooth – a prefabricated tooth of acrylic, as used in dentures. Cheaper than ceramic, but softer. Denture Ceramic