Ante's law
Ante's Law
Ante's Law (/ˈæntiːz lɔː/), also known as Ante's Rule, is a principle in dentistry that pertains to the root surface area of abutment teeth. The law was named after Irwin H. Ante, an American dentist who first proposed the concept in the early 20th century.
Etymology
The term "Ante's Law" is derived from the name of its proponent, Irwin H. Ante. The word "law" in this context is used to denote a rule or principle that is generally accepted in the field of dentistry.
Definition
Ante's Law states that the combined periapical root surface area of the abutment teeth should equal or surpass that of the teeth being replaced with a fixed partial denture. This is to ensure that the abutment teeth can adequately support the stress placed on them by the artificial teeth.
Related Terms
- Abutment: A tooth or implant that supports a prosthesis.
- Periapical: Pertaining to the area around the apex of a tooth root.
- Fixed partial denture: A type of prosthesis used to replace missing teeth.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ante's law
- Wikipedia's article - Ante's law
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