A clinical follow-up study of the periodontal conditions of RPD abutment and non-abutment teeth

This study indicated that direct and indirect retainer elements tend to undergo more damaging periodontal effects associated with RPD wearing when compared with non-abutment elements. Plaque index values were significantly higher after 1 year of denture use. (Source: Journal of Oral Rehabilitation)

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