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D6940 Stress breaker

D-Codes

Also known as: stress breaker, stress relief, shock absorber

Stress breaker component in prosthetic design that absorbs and reduces functional stress transmission. Protects supporting structures.

Clinical Context

Used in removable partial dentures to reduce stress on abutment teeth and improve treatment longevity.

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Specialties

ProsthodonticsRestorative Dentistry

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