What distinguishes a removable denture from a fixed prosthesis?
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Correct answer: It can be removed and reinserted by the patient
Removable dentures by definition are designed to be taken out and reinserted by the patient for cleaning and maintenance, unlike fixed prostheses which are permanently attached.
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