Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question

Classify the maxillary major connector shown:

  1. Full palatal coverage
  2. Palatal strap
  3. Anterior-posterior (A-P) palatal strap
  4. Horseshoe
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Correct answer: C. Anterior-posterior (A-P) palatal strap

  • A. Full palatal coverage is a broad plate covering most of the palate, not the strap form shown.
  • B. A single palatal strap is one band; the image shows two connected bands.
  • C. Correct. Two parallel straps joined laterally form the anterior-posterior palatal strap (combination/strap) connector.
  • D. A horseshoe (U-shaped) connector follows the lingual gingival margins anteriorly, different from paired straps.

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