18 Questions
What is the optimal speaking space according to Silverman?
1 mm
What is the result of a decrease in vertical dimension on the TMJ?
Trauma
What happens to the muscles between the anteriors due to loss of vertical dimension?
Loss of muscle tone
What is affected by the presence of space during production of certain sounds?
Eustachian tube
What is the consequence of reduced speaking space on the oral cavity?
Loss of space
What is the result of premature contact of the anterior teeth?
Strained facial muscles
What type of articulator requires a CR record, at least 2 lateral records, and some means for controlling the height and inclination of the cusps?
Fully Adjustable
What is the main characteristic of a Simple Hinge articulator?
Can only be opened and closed
What is the condylar guidance angle in a Mean Value articulator?
30 degrees
What is the purpose of a face-bow transfer in a Semi Adjustable articulator?
To record the condylar guidance
What is the formula used to determine the lateral condylar guidance in programming the articulator?
H/8+12
What is the name of the device used to produce tracings called pantograms?
Pantograph
What is the primary function of an articulator in prosthodontics?
To replicate the natural movements of the temporomandibular joint
Which part of an articulator represents the maxilla and mandible?
Upper and lower arm/member
What is the purpose of the condylar guidance on an articulator?
To represent the slope of the articular eminence
What type of movement is replicated by the translatory movement on an articulator?
Translatory movement forward or protrusive
What is the function of the incisal guide table on an articulator?
To represent the lingual slopes of the maxillary anterior teeth
What is the purpose of the mounting plates on an articulator?
To connect the casts to the articular arm
Test your knowledge of fully adjustable articulators, CR records, and pantographs in dentistry. Learn about the classification of articulators and their capabilities in reproducing jaw movements.
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