Technical terms about dental prostheses with P

Precision of fit – how closely a crown or bridge seals against the tooth. A leaky margin is the most frequent cause of decay under a restoration. Secondary caries Preparation

Abutment tooth – a tooth that carries a bridge or a denture. It has to stand firmly and have healthy gums. Bridge Telescopic crown

Preparation – the grinding down of a tooth so that a crown or an inlay fits on it. The substance removed does not come back. Crown Tooth stump

Denture – removable prostheses. As a partial denture for individual gaps, as a full denture for the toothless jaw. Partial denture Full denture

Temporary – a provisional restoration for the time between grinding and fitting. It protects the stump and holds the space. Long-term temporary Tooth stump