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1. Abutments In FPD

2. Definitaion ABUTMENT : An abutment is that portion of tooth or dental implant that serves to support or retain a prosthesis.

3. Types:

4. FACTORS INFLUENCING ABUTMENT SELECTION Crown-root ratio PDL area and surface area Root configuration Root proximities Periodontal disease Long axis relationship Mesially tilted molars Arch form Span length Margin location Occlusal anatomy Mobility Available tooth structure

5. Questionable Abutments Extensively damaged periodontally compromised Pier Abutment Tilted abutment