Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question

A patient opts to crown teeth 2, 4, and 6 after caries excavation. What is the ideal minimal angulation for the crown preparation taper?

  1. 0-2 degrees
  2. 2-5 degrees
  3. 10-20 degrees
  4. 25-30 degrees
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Correct answer: B. 2-5 degrees

An ideal taper of 2-5 degrees ensures proper retention and resistance of the crown while maintaining adequate structural integrity. A taper larger than 10 degrees may compromise crown retention, while a taper less than 2 degrees can be challenging to seat the crown.

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