Prosthetic principles are the basic guidelines that dentists and dental technicians use to design and construct dental prostheses, such as dentures. There are four main prosthetic principles:
The principle of function – The denture must be designed and constructed in such a way that it functions correctly and comfortably in the mouth.
The principle of stability – The denture must be stable in the mouth, so that it does not move around or come out when eating or speaking.
The principle of esthetics – The denture must look natural and attractive in the mouth.
The principle of economy – The denture should be economical to construct and maintain.
These principles must be considered when designing and constructing any type of dental prosthesis, in order to ensure that the final product is functional, comfortable, esthetically pleasing, and economical.