The abutment teeth of a removable partial denture are engaged by:

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Clasps are the most common way to engage the abutment teeth of a removable partial denture. They are metal hooks that fit around the abutment teeth and help hold the denture securely in place. Ceramic and all-ceramic crowns are not typically used for abutment teeth because they do not have the strength or durability needed to withstand the forces of chewing. Pontics are artificial teeth that fill in the gap created by missing teeth, but they do not engage the abutment teeth directly.

The Abutment Teeth of a Removable Partial Denture Are Engaged