direct retainer
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di·rect re·tain·er
a clasp or attachment applied to an abutment tooth for the purpose of maintaining a removable appliance in position.
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di·rect re·tain·er
(di-rekt rĕ-tānĕr) Clasp or attachment applied to an abutment tooth to keep a removable appliance in position.
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