What is the main distinction between fixed prosthodontics and removable prosthodontics?
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Correct answer: Fixed prostheses cannot be removed by the patient, while removable ones come out daily
Fixed prostheses (like crowns and bridges) are permanently cemented and cannot be removed by the patient, whereas removable prostheses (like dentures and partials) are designed to be taken out daily. This is the fundamental difference between the two branches.
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