What Is Denture Rest

An occlusal rest consists of two component parts-a horizontal portion and a vertical portion. The horizontal portion is that part which rests on the abutment tooth and transmits the forces of mastication to the tooth. The vertical com- ponent connects the horizontal part of the rest to the partial denture base.

What is the name of tooth rest?

1. Occlusal rests—so named because they are seated on the occlusal surfaces of posterior teeth. 2. Lingual or cingulum rests—those seated on the lingual surfaces of anterior teeth, usually maxillary canines.

What is canine rest?

4. Rest : According to GPT 9  A rigid extension of a removable partial denture that contacts the occlusal, incisal, cingulum, or lingual surface of a tooth or restoration, the surface of which is commonly prepared to receive it.