Question 156 · LDEK · Complete dentures
The distance between the centre of the incisive papilla and the buccal surface of the central incisors is used to set teeth in complete dentures and averages at:
- A. 3-4 mm.
- B. 5-6 mm.
- C. 8-10 mm.
- D. 10-12 mm.
- E. 13-14 mm.
Hint
Use the incisive papilla as a stable landmark and recall how far in front of it the natural central incisors stood to support the lip.
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