Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction and classification -- Major connectors, minor connectors, rests, and rest seats -- Direct retainers, indirect retainers, and tooth replacements -- Mechanical principles associated with removable partial dentures -- The first diagnostic appointment -- The second diagnostic appointment -- Survey and design -- I-bar removable partial dentures / Michael A. Mansueto -- Implant-assisted removable partial dentures / Thomas R. Schneid and Patrick A. Mattie -- Mouth preparation and master cast -- Laboratory procedures for framework construction / Raymond G. Koeppen and Michael A. Mansueto -- Fitting the framework -- Special impression procedures for tooth-tissue-supported removable partial dentures / Ronald G. Verrett -- Establishing occlusal relationships -- Try-in and completion of the partial denture -- Delivering the removable partial denture -- Postinsertion observations -- Maintenance and repair of removable partial dentures / James S. Brudvik -- Interim, transitional, and treatment prostheses -- Other forms of removable partial dentures -- Attachments for removable partial dentures.