Question 314 · LDEK · Complete dentures
Which of the forces responsible for holding a dental prosthesis in place is not present in complete dentures?
- A. surface tension.
- B. cohesion.
- C. gravity.
- D. adhesion.
- E. friction.
Hint
Identify the force that needs rigid contact between denture components and natural teeth.
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