A fixed partial denture is also commonly known as a(n)

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A fixed partial denture, commonly known as a dental bridge, is a permanent appliance that is cemented onto existing teeth or dental implants to replace one or more missing teeth. Option B is incorrect as a removable appliance is not a fixed partial denture. Option C is incorrect as implant additions do not refer to fixed partial dentures. Option D is incorrect as Pontic is a term used for the artificial tooth/teeth that replaces the missing tooth/teeth in a dental bridge, not the whole appliance.

A Fixed Partial Denture Is Also Commonly Known as A(n)