MAJOR

MAJOR CONNECTORS
 Definition
 Classification
 Requirements of major connector
 Maxillary major connectors
 Mandibular major connectors
 Advancements in major connectors in
RPD
MAXILLARY MAJOR CONNECTORS

Types
 Indications
 Contraindications
 Advantages
 Disadvantages
PALATAL BAR
PALATAL STRAP
ANTEROPOSTERIOR OR
DOUBLE PALATAL BAR
HORSE SHOE SHAPED CONNECTOR
ANTEROPOSTERIOR PALATAL STRAP
COMPLETE PALATE
MANDIBULAR MAJOR CONNECTORS
Types
 Indications
 Contraindications
 Advantages
 Disadvantages
LINGUAL BAR
LINGUAL PLATE
DOUBLE LINGUAL BAR
LABIAL BAR
SUBLINGUAL BAR
RECENT ADVANCEMENTS

 CAD/CAM in RPD
 PEEK
CAD/CAM
PEEK IN RPD