Question 312 · LDEK · Complete dentures

Select the correct statement about secondary posterior seal of a denture:

  1. A. it can be found in the AH line in the maxillary denture and on the retromolar triangles in the mandibular denture.
  2. B. a wedge-shaped cut-out with the base facing forward is carved on the working model.
  3. C. sealing depth depends on the fatty tissue adaptability.
  4. D. seal width on the palatine suture is usually 2-3 mm.
  5. E. secondary seal is not performed due the risk of mucosal compression.
Hint

The secondary seal is carved on the maxillary working cast along the vibrating line; its width and depth follow the resilience of the mucosa.

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