10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a main symptom of non-functionally acceptable occlusion?
Headaches
What is the desired goal for the working side during lateral movements?
The buccal cusp of the mandibular teeth guides along the inner inclines of the maxillary teeth
What is the purpose of an anterior deprogrammer?
To achieve and successfully record centric relation (CR)
What is the relationship between the mandible and the TMJ?
The mandible and TMJ are a Class III lever system
What is the desired occlusal contact pattern during lateral movements in a balanced occlusion?
Simultaneous contact on both the working and non-working sides
What is the purpose of canine guidance during lateral movements?
To guide the mandible during lateral movements and immediately disclude the other teeth
What is the relationship between the proximity of posterior contacts and the destructive force during lateral movements?
Closer posterior contacts result in more destructive force
What is the purpose of anterior guidance during protrusive movements?
To disclude the posterior teeth
What is the relationship between the mandibular position and the optimal orthopedically stable joint position?
The optimal joint position is when the mandible is in centric relation (CR)
What is the desired occlusal contact pattern during protrusive movements?
Contact between the anterior teeth, with the posterior teeth discluding
Test your knowledge on optimal functional occlusion, including retrusion, protrusion, and orthodontically ideal Class I occlusion. Learn about the importance of occlusal contacts, mandibular position, and signs of pathology for treatment decisions.
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