Abstract
Esthetic clasp, the generic term of new classified design clasps which use esthetic retention area of the abutment teeth to retain or are made of esthetic restoration materials [1–3], can improve the overall esthetics of denture on the basis of ensuring the normal function performance of RPDs.
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Yu, H. (2023). Classification and Design of Esthetic Clasp. In: Digital Removable Partial Denture Technology. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7923-1_2
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