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Scaling & root planing

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Fracture resistance

  • Removable dentures
    Dentures can fracture, but generally do not, due to reduced chewing forces. They can be reinforced with metal, fiberglass or other frameworks.
  • Scaling & root planing
    Not applicable
  • Simple extractions
    Not applicable
  • Surgical extractions
    Not applicable