Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
The masticatory force generated by natural teeth is how many times greater than that generated by complete denture teeth?
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Correct answer: C. 4 times
- A. INCORRECT — 5 times is not the accepted figure for this comparison.
- B. INCORRECT — 6 times exceeds the clinically recognized difference.
- C. CORRECT — Natural teeth generate approximately 4 times greater masticatory force than complete denture teeth. This is primarily due to the proprioceptive feedback from the periodontal ligament (absent in denture wearers) and direct osseous support.
- D. INCORRECT — 10 times significantly overestimates the difference between natural and denture occlusal forces.
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