Precision attachment — In dentistry, precision attachments are the functional mechanical parts of the removable partial denture made of plastic, metal or a combination of both. They consist of two parts referred as the male part that is fixed to a crown inside the… … Wikipedia
precision attachment — (in dentistry) a special machined joint that holds certain types of partial dentures in place. The attachment is in two parts, one fixed to the denture and the other fixed to a crown on one of the teeth abutting the denture … The new mediacal dictionary
Attachment — An attachment is a component added onto a machine to alter its functioning. Attachment may also refer to:* Attachment (psychology), a predictable emotional connection between individuals:* Attachment theory, the theory which is used to describe… … Wikipedia
attachment — 1. A connection of one part with another. 2. In dentistry, a mechanical device for the fixation and stabilization of a dental prosthesis. bar clip attachments SYN: bar sleeve attachments … Medical dictionary
precision anchorage — see under attachment … Medical dictionary
precision rest — a prefabricated, rigid, metallic extension of a fixed or removable partial denture, consisting of two closely fitted interlocking parts, the insert of which fits into a box type rest or keyway (female) portion of the attachment in the cast… … Medical dictionary
intracoronal attachment — key and keyway attachment a precision attachment with a slotlike unit (female part) built entirely into the crown and an insert or flange (male part) extending from the prosthesis proper and fitting into the slot when the denture is attached to… … Medical dictionary
extracoronal attachment — a precision attachment in which the retaining mechanism is outside the crown of an abutment tooth or restoration … Medical dictionary
AT Attachment — Infobox connector name=AT Attachment with Packet Interface type=Internal storage device connector logo= caption=ATA connector on the left, with two motherboard ATA connectors on the right. designer=Western Digital, subsequently amended by many… … Wikipedia
XM8 rifle — Infobox Weapon name=XM8 caption=The latest version of the XM8 origin=flagcountry|Germany flagcountry|United States type=Assault rifle is ranged=yes service=Cancelled used by=None wars= design date=2002 manufacturer=Heckler Koch production… … Wikipedia
