Advanced Diagnosis of Occlusion and Treatment Planning

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What is one of the signs of occlusal stability mentioned in the text?

Intrusion of teeth

Migration of teeth

Hypermobile teeth

Excessive wear (correct)

Which of the following is a sign of occlusal instability?

Healthy and stable temporomandibular joints

All teeth are firm

Horizontal shifting of teeth (correct)

Maintainably healthy supporting structures

Which condition is NOT a sign of occlusal stability according to the text?

Firm teeth

Supraeruption of teeth (correct)

Migration of teeth

Healthy temporomandibular joints

What type of wear is considered one of the surest signs of occlusal instability?

Wear that has penetrated into dentin Signup and view all the answers

Which feature would suggest occlusal instability in a patient?

Excessive wear Signup and view all the answers

Identify a sign that indicates occlusal instability in a patient based on the text.

Supraeruption of teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is a key question that should never be left unanswered before occlusal treatment is initiated?

Are the TMJs healthy? Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an indication for occlusal therapy mentioned in the text?

Presence of well-distributed posterior contacts Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for occlusal stability as per the text?

Trauma from occlusion Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is mentioned as needing improvement in functional relation for occlusal therapy in the text?

Increased tooth mobility Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential treatment planning step mentioned in the text for addressing occlusal diseases?

Diagnostic cast analysis Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is associated with excessive wear in the context of occlusal diseases treatment as per the text?

Parafuctions Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of dentin exposure?

Sevenfold increase in the rate of wear Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for equilibrium of the masticatory system?

Excessive wear on posterior teeth Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the requirements for occlusal stability?

Disclusion of all posterior teeth in protrusive movements Signup and view all the answers

How must the five requirements for equilibrium be applied?

In sequence, starting from the fourth requirement Signup and view all the answers

What does a system that is not in equilibrium tend to do?

Undergo destructive adaptive changes Signup and view all the answers

What must be determined first before analyzing the other four requirements?

Stability of holding contacts on each tooth Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Occlusal Stability

Signs of occlusal stability include well-aligned teeth without excessive wear.
A key requirement for occlusal stability is the proper alignment and contact of teeth during occlusion.

Occlusal Instability

Signs of occlusal instability include increased tooth wear, which may indicate underlying issues.
Dentin exposure is an implication of excessive wear, signifying a compromise in tooth integrity.
Functional relation improvement is needed for effective occlusal therapy.

Treatment and Analysis

Identifying excessive wear is crucial for initiating appropriate occlusal treatment.
A comprehensive treatment planning step involves analyzing the wear patterns and functional relationships.
Determining the presence of any signs of instability must occur before assessing other equilibrium requirements.

Requirements for Masticatory System

The five requirements for equilibrium must be applied with consideration for each aspect of the masticatory system.
A system that is not in equilibrium tends to deteriorate further, leading to additional clinical complications.
Key questions regarding the patient's occlusal history and concerns should be thoroughly addressed before beginning treatment.

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Learn about the requirements for stable occlusion, equilibrium of the masticatory system, diagnosis procedures, treatment planning, and the importance of determining occlusal stability before initiating treatment. Dive into recognizing signs of a stable occlusion regardless of its appearance.