partial denture retention
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par·tial den·ture re·ten·tion
the fixation of a removable partial denture by the use of clasps, indirect retainers, or precision attachments.
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par·tial den·ture re·ten·tion
(pahrshăl denchŭr rē-tenshŭn)Fixation of a removable appliance with clasps, indirect retainers, or precision attachments.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012