Dental Medicine · Year 1 · MU Plovdiv

Preclinical Prosthetic Dentistry

The full MU Plovdiv syllabus for Preclinical Prosthetic Dentistry, Dental Medicine, Year 1: 96 topics, 85 topics with a free study note (5 hours of reading), and 1,342 flashcards. Updated 10 November 2026.

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1. Phylogenetic evolution and ontogenetic progress of the maxillofacial area and the masticatory apparatus.1. Prosthetic dental medicine – subject. Orofacial complex. Maxillofacial region and masticatory system.4 min · 13 cards
2. Oral cavity. Lips. Cheeks. Hard and soft palate, salivary glands, tongue.2. Oral cavity. Lips, cheeks, palate, oral mucosa, salivary glands, tongue.5 min · 13 cards
3. Masticatory apparatus bones – functional structure. Functional anatomy of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).3. Bones of the masticatory system – functional anatomy. · 4. Functional anatomy of the temporomandibular joint.8 min · 27 cards
4. Masticatory and mimic muscles – functional anatomy.4 min · 13 cards
5. Teeth – types of dentition. Parts and structure of the tooth. Periodontal apparatus – structure and functions.6. Teeth – types of dentitions. Tooth parts and tooth composition. Periodontium – composition and function.4 min · 13 cards
6. Deciduous and permanent dentition. Eruption and periods of eruption for the primary and the secondary dentition. Morphology of the deciduous teeth. Functional teeth groups.6. Teeth – types of dentitions. Tooth parts and tooth composition. Periodontium – composition and function. · 12. Morphology of primary (deciduous) teeth. Distinguishing marks for primary teeth.7 min · 27 cards
7. Planes of orientation of the dentition. Parts and sides of the teeth. Dental formulas.7. Dental arches and functional groups of teeth - classes. Planes and sides for tooth orientation. Numbering systems.3 min · 13 cards
8. Basic characteristics and signs for teeth identification.8. Tooth size and general description of teeth - basic anatomic structures. · 11. Morphology of permanent molars. Distinguishing marks for permanent teeth.8 min · 26 cards
9. Morphology of the permanent incisors.9. Morphology of permanent incisors.3 min · 13 cards
10. Morphology of the canines.10. Morphology of permanent canines and premolars.4 min · 13 cards
11. Morphology of the upper premolars.10. Morphology of permanent canines and premolars.4 min · 13 cards
12. Morphology of the lower premolars.10. Morphology of permanent canines and premolars.4 min · 13 cards
13. Morphology of the upper molars.11. Morphology of permanent molars. Distinguishing marks for permanent teeth.4 min · 13 cards
14. Morphology of the lower molars.11. Morphology of permanent molars. Distinguishing marks for permanent teeth.4 min · 13 cards
15. Gnatology. Physiologic rest position. Masticatory articulation and occlusion. Basic positions of the mandible.13. Gnathology. Rest vertical dimension - RVD. Occlusion and articulation. Basic positions of the mandible.4 min · 13 cards
16. Border positions of the mandible. Types of occlusions. Angle’s perfect occlusion.14. Border positions of the mandible. Morphologic occlusion. Perfect occlusion. · 16. Types of occlusion. Occlusal contacts.6 min · 27 cards
17. Occlusal anatomy. Occlusal contacts.15. Occlusal morphology and curves. · 16. Types of occlusion. Occlusal contacts.6 min · 27 cards
18. Occlusal curves – importance for the Prosthodontics15. Occlusal morphology and curves.3 min · 14 cards
19. Bite. Types of bytes.Being written
20. Sounds production. Speech function. Importance of the prosthetic treatment for the speech function.18. Phonetics and speech. Articulation of sounds and occlusion. Prosthetic treatment and speech.3 min · 14 cards
21. Dental aesthetics. Physical beauty. Shape and color of teeth and face.19. Dental esthetics – characteristics. Prosthetic treatment and esthetics.3 min · 13 cards
22. Anthropometric principles of face and teeth harmony. Anthropometric points. Planes and distances.Being written
23. Biomechanics of the masticatory apparatus and the periodontium. Masticatory muscle forces.20. Biomechanics of masticatory system and periodontium. Masticatory muscle forces – directions and magnitude.3 min · 15 cards
24. Masticatory pressure. Functional-mechanical equilibrium of the periodontium.21. Masticatory (occlusal and periodontal) pressure. Physiology of transferring masticatory pressure. · 22. Functional-mechanical equilibrium of the periodontium. Physiologic tolerance and loading limits.6 min · 28 cards
25. Masticatory pressure transfer reflexes.21. Masticatory (occlusal and periodontal) pressure. Physiology of transferring masticatory pressure.3 min · 12 cards
26. Physiological standing of the periodontium. Formulas.22. Functional-mechanical equilibrium of the periodontium. Physiologic tolerance and loading limits.3 min · 16 cards
27. Biomechanics of the masticatory articulation. Articulation cycles – opening and closing.23. Biomechanics of mandibular movements – vertical and horizontal movements.3 min · 13 cards
28. Biomechanics of the mandible movements.23. Biomechanics of mandibular movements – vertical and horizontal movements.3 min · 13 cards
29. Simulation of the mandible movements. Theories of the mandible movements.23. Biomechanics of mandibular movements – vertical and horizontal movements.3 min · 13 cards
30. Devices for simulation of the mandible movements. Fixators and occludators.24. Mechanical devices for reproducing mandibular movements. Non-adjustable, semi-adjustable and fully-adjustable articulators.3 min · 13 cards
31. Devices for simulation of the mandible movements. Types of articulators.24. Mechanical devices for reproducing mandibular movements. Non-adjustable, semi-adjustable and fully-adjustable articulators.3 min · 13 cards
32. Functional and age changes in the masticatory apparatus. Attrition. Abrasion. Erosion.25. Physiologic-functional alterations of the masticatory system. Dental attrition, abrasion and erosion. Evolution of proximal contacts.2 min · 14 cards
33. Functional and age changes in the periodontium. Clinical and anatomical crown. Clinical and anatomical root. Godon’s phenomenon.26. Periodontal alterations. Clinical root and clinical crown. Alterations related to partial edentulism.3 min · 13 cards
34. Changes in the masticatory apparatus after complete edentulism27. Complete edentulism. Alterations related to temporomandibular joints. Alterations related to maxillofacial muscles.3 min · 14 cards
35. Methods for determination of the function of the masticatory apparatus. Gnathodynamometry. Static methods.29. Methods for functional evaluation of masticatory system. Gnatho-dynamometrics. Static methods. Dynamic functional methods.3 min · 15 cards
36. Dynamic methods of determination of the function of the masticatory apparatus.29. Methods for functional evaluation of masticatory system. Gnatho-dynamometrics. Static methods. Dynamic functional methods.3 min · 15 cards
37. Methods of speech function examination.30. Speech. Acoustic method. Phonographic and sonographic examination.3 min · 14 cards
38. Aesthetic proportions, dimensions, lines, planes.Being written
39. Impressions and models. Impression trays.31. Technology of dental prostheses. Types of impressions. Impression trays. Choice of impression material and impression technique.3 min · 14 cards
40. Prosthetic field impression. Segment impression.31. Technology of dental prostheses. Types of impressions. Impression trays. Choice of impression material and impression technique.3 min · 14 cards
41. Full dental arch impressions. Bite registration.31. Technology of dental prostheses. Types of impressions. Impression trays. Choice of impression material and impression technique.3 min · 14 cards
42. Pouring gypsum models – model of full arch impression.32. Master cast fabrication. Types.4 min · 13 cards
43. Working cast with removable dies.32. Master cast fabrication. Types.4 min · 13 cards
44. Fabrication of a gypsum fixator with “a key”.Being written
45. Wax modelling – subtractive technique.33. Wax modeling of tooth crowns. Wax addition modeling technique. Wax compounds and instruments.3 min · 13 cards
46. Wax modelling - additive technique.33. Wax modeling of tooth crowns. Wax addition modeling technique. Wax compounds and instruments.3 min · 13 cards
47. Investment process of the wax prototype of the restoration. Casting. Soldering and welding.Being written
48. Cleaning and polishing of metal, plastic and combined restorations.34. Contouring, grinding and polishing of dental prostheses.2 min · 14 cards
49. Basic classifications of the prosthetic restorations.35. General classification of prosthetic restorations - morphologic, prophylactic, esthetic and functional indices.2 min · 13 cards
50. Single crown – definition. Classification.36. General classification of artificial crowns.2 min · 14 cards
51. Single crown requirements. Teeth preparation for single crowns.37. Evaluation of artificial crowns. · 39. Tooth preparation for a complete crown.5 min · 28 cards
52. Preparation junctions’ types. Partial crown – definition, types.38. Partial veneer crowns. · 39. Tooth preparation for a complete crown.6 min · 27 cards
53. Metal crown technology.40. Complete metal crown. Fabrication technologies.3 min · 14 cards
54. All-ceramic crown technology.42. All-ceramic crown.2 min · 14 cards
55. Acrylic crown technology.41. Acrylic resin crown.3 min · 14 cards
56. Metal ceramic crown technology.43. Combined crowns - types.3 min · 14 cards
57. Partially veneered metal-acrylic crown technology.43. Combined crowns - types.3 min · 14 cards
58. Laboratory composites. Vectris.Being written
59. Post-and-core restoration.44. Custom cast post-and-core.3 min · 14 cards
60. Post-and-core restoration crowns.44. Custom cast post-and-core.3 min · 14 cards
61. Bridge restorations. Elements. Pontic profiles.46. Prosthetic restorations for partial edentulism. Fixed bridge restorations – components. · 47. Retainer-pontic connectors in bridge prostheses. Classification of fixed bridge restorations.5 min · 28 cards
62. Bridge restorations classification. Types of connection between the retainers and the pontic.47. Retainer-pontic connectors in bridge prostheses. Classification of fixed bridge restorations.2 min · 14 cards
63. Bridge restoration according to “Adapta” system.51. Contemporary technologies for fixed bridge restorations. “Adapta” system.3 min · 13 cards
64. Model cast bridge restoration. Selective opened partial retainers – definition.Being written
65. Esthetic incrustation of the bridge restorations – with acrylic resin or ceramics. Technologies. Types of retention.Being written
66. Basic principles of bridge restoration construction. Mechanical resistance. Periodontal base.48. Construction principles for fixed bridge restorations. Mechanical stability and biologic periodontal support.3 min · 15 cards
67. Principles of retainers and pontic construction.49. Construction principles for retainers and pontic design.3 min · 12 cards
68. Cantilever bridge restorations.50. Fixed partial dentures with cantilevers. Bridge restorations with special retainers.3 min · 14 cards
69. Removable partial dentures (RPD) – elements.54. Removable partial dentures – components.3 min · 13 cards
70. Elements of RPD. Retentive and support elements. Equators.55. Retainers for removable partial dentures – basic functions.2 min · 15 cards
71. Clasps. Parts of the clasp. Wire bent clasps. Plastic clasps.56. Clasps. Basic parts of a clasp. Wrought wire clasps. Acrylic resin clasps.3 min · 13 cards
72. Metal cast clasps – parts, types.57. Clasps. Cast clasps as retainers - “Ney” system.3 min · 13 cards
73. Combined RPD. Precision attachments. Classification.58. Special retainers: precision and semi-precision attachments.2 min · 13 cards
74. Combined RPD. Milled RPD.60. Double crown attachments (telescopic and cone-shaped). Milling technique.2 min · 14 cards
75. Combined RPD. Bars, locks, hinge attachments.61. Bar attachments. Prefabricated cap-post attachments.3 min · 15 cards
76. Classification of RPD. Basic steps of construction.Being written
77. Acrylic RPD with wire bent clasps.62. Designing acrylic resin removable partial dentures with wrought wire clasps. Technological steps.3 min · 14 cards
78. Model cast RPD. Planning.63. Designing one-piece cast framework partial dentures. Basic guidelines for framework design in distally shortened and interrupted dental arches.3 min · 14 cards
79. Principles of construction of model cast RPD. Fulcrum lines. Types of defects of the dental arches63. Designing one-piece cast framework partial dentures. Basic guidelines for framework design in distally shortened and interrupted dental arches.3 min · 14 cards
80. Model cast RPD. Principles of model cast clasps construction.57. Clasps. Cast clasps as retainers - “Ney” system. · 63. Designing one-piece cast framework partial dentures. Basic guidelines for framework design in distally shortened and interrupted dental arches.6 min · 27 cards
81. Model cast RPD. Principles of model cast framework construction.63. Designing one-piece cast framework partial dentures. Basic guidelines for framework design in distally shortened and interrupted dental arches.3 min · 14 cards
82. Model cast RPD technology – basic steps.64. Technology of one-piece cast framework removable partial dentures – technological steps.2 min · 13 cards
83. Immediate RPD technology.65. Technology of immediate removable partial dentures. Other types of RPDs.3 min · 14 cards
84. Splinting teeth – general principles. Classification of the splints.67. Basic guidelines for splinting teeth with reduced periodontal support. Classification, general characteristics and technology of prosthetic splints.3 min · 14 cards
85. Types of stabilization of teeth. Fixed splints.67. Basic guidelines for splinting teeth with reduced periodontal support. Classification, general characteristics and technology of prosthetic splints.3 min · 14 cards
86. Types of stabilization of teeth. Removable splints.67. Basic guidelines for splinting teeth with reduced periodontal support. Classification, general characteristics and technology of prosthetic splints.3 min · 14 cards
87. Complete (full) denture. Elements. Retention and stabilization of complete dentures -definitions.68. Prosthetic restorations for completely edentulous patients. Complete denture components. · 69. Retention and stability of complete denture. Biophysical methods and biomechanical methods.6 min · 29 cards
88. Methods for retention and stabilization of full dentures.69. Retention and stability of complete denture. Biophysical methods and biomechanical methods.3 min · 14 cards
89. Impressions and models for complete dentures technology.70. Technology of complete dentures. Impressions, master casts and custom impression trays.3 min · 15 cards
90. Occlusal record blocks. Fixation of the vertical dimension of the occlusion (VDO). Fixation in occludator or articulator.71. Technology of complete dentures. Baseplates and occlusal rims. Recording of interocclusal relationship. Mounting master casts on an articulator.3 min · 15 cards
91. Teeth arrangement according to Gysi. Compensation curves. Balanced occlusion.72. Selection of artificial teeth. Orthognathic arrangement of teeth for complete dentures.3 min · 15 cards
92. Another methods for teeth arrangement.73. Different methods for arranging artificial teeth for complete dentures. Cross-bite, prognathic, progenic arrangement.3 min · 14 cards
93. Modelling, investing and finishing of full dentures.Being written
94. Types of full dentures.68. Prosthetic restorations for completely edentulous patients. Complete denture components.3 min · 15 cards
95. Repairs and relining of complete dentures.Being written
96. CAD / CAM Prosthodontics.53. CAD/CAM technology in fixed partial dentures fabrication. · 66. CAD/CAM in removable partial dentures fabrication. · 75. CAD/CAM in complete denture fabrication.6 min · 41 cards

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