The application of vertical easy ball attachment system in removable partial dentures / 实用口腔医学杂志

objective: To observe the effectiveness of vertical easy ball attachments (VEBA) in removable partial denture with metal base. Methods: Removable partial denture was retained with one or two sets of VEBA attached to full metal crown or porcelain fused to metal crown in 12 patients and 6～24 month clinical follow up was carried out. Results: All removable partial dentures retained with VEBA had good retention, stabilization, function and esthetic outcome, all the patients were greatly satisfied. Conclusion: VEBA has strong retentive force and protects abutments, it is a promising retainer in removable partial denture.