Rochette bridge

A Rochette bridge is a type of dental prosthesis popular in the 1970s,^{[citation needed]} and described by Alain Rochette in 1973^[1] as a form of resin retained bridge that relied on countersunk holes perforating the metal abutment wing. These would be filled with composite cement on seating the restoration, providing macromechanical retention for the prosthesis.

This type of bridge fell out of fashion as modern cements and treatments of the retainer intaglio enabled better retention without the loss of strength inherent in perforation of the retainer wing. Nonetheless, some Rochette bridges remain in service even today.

References[edit]

^ Rochette A: Attachment of a splint to enamel of lower anterior teeth. J Prosthet Dent 30:418. 1973.

[1] Rochette A: Attachment of a splint to enamel of lower anterior teeth. J Prosthet Dent 30:418. 1973.

[1]

v t e Prosthodontology
Procedures	Dental restoration Bridge Resin-retained bridge Rochette bridge Crown Post and core Inlays and onlays Veneer Diagnostic wax-up Dentures Complete Removable Partial Fixed Maxillofacial Ocular prosthesis Craniofacial prosthesis
Physiology	Biologic width Centric relation Crown-to-root ratio Maximum intercuspation Occlusion vertical dimension mutually protected Dahl concept Masticatory force Neutral zone
See also	Dental implant Cosmetic dentistry Dental laboratory