• Patients with partial edentulism and sufficient remaining teeth for support

• Cases requiring a strong and stable prosthesis with metal framework

• Long-term tooth replacement with high durability and retention

• Situations where precision attachments or rests are needed for support

• Patients desiring improved function over flexible or acrylic partials

• Patients with insufficient abutment teeth or compromised periodontal support

• Individuals with metal allergies (consider alternative materials like Valplast)

• Extremely resorbed ridges where framework may lack retention

• Uncooperative patients or those unable to maintain hygiene around clasps

• High esthetic demands in the anterior (visible clasps may be an issue)

• Accurate full-arch impressions capturing all anatomical landmarks

• Proper surveying of diagnostic casts to determine path of insertion and clasp design

• Teeth may require minor preparation for rest seats and guide planes

• Ensure stable and well-aligned occlusion prior to final framework design

• Shade selection for replacement teeth and tissue-colored acrylic

Cast partial dentures are removable appliances and do not involve cementation.

• Frameworks are usually made from cobalt-chrome alloy for strength and biocompatibility

• Rests, major connectors, and clasps are designed based on undercut analysis and tooth position

• Acrylic is processed onto the metal framework to support prosthetic teeth

• Adjustments should be made carefully to avoid stressing the metal framework

• Periodic checkups recommended to monitor fit, wear, and tissue response

• D5213 – Mandibular partial denture – resin base (includes clasps and rests)

• D5214 – Maxillary partial denture – resin base (includes clasps and rests)

• D5225 – Maxillary partial denture – flexible base (if applicable for combo cases)

• D5226 – Mandibular partial denture – flexible base