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What is the primary reason why a dentist should have a working knowledge of occlusal principles?
What is the primary reason why a dentist should have a working knowledge of occlusal principles?
What is the main consequence of not having a working knowledge of occlusal principles?
What is the main consequence of not having a working knowledge of occlusal principles?
What is the significance of occlusal disease in dentistry?
What is the significance of occlusal disease in dentistry?
What is the primary benefit of incorporating sound occlusal principles in dentistry?
What is the primary benefit of incorporating sound occlusal principles in dentistry?
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What is the primary reason why patients want to know about occlusal principles?
What is the primary reason why patients want to know about occlusal principles?
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What is the significance of occlusal principles in general practice dentistry?
What is the significance of occlusal principles in general practice dentistry?
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What is the consequence of occlusal disharmony?
What is the consequence of occlusal disharmony?
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What is the relationship between occlusal principles and the entire approach to examination, treatment, and problem solving?
What is the relationship between occlusal principles and the entire approach to examination, treatment, and problem solving?
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What is the primary reason why treatment of many TMD pain patients is limited to medications for controlling symptoms?
What is the primary reason why treatment of many TMD pain patients is limited to medications for controlling symptoms?
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What is the main function of the superior lateral pterygoid muscle?
What is the main function of the superior lateral pterygoid muscle?
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What is the most common diagnosis that is missed, leading to unnecessary endodontics?
What is the most common diagnosis that is missed, leading to unnecessary endodontics?
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What is the term used to describe deformation or disturbance of function of any structures within the masticatory system?
What is the term used to describe deformation or disturbance of function of any structures within the masticatory system?
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What is the primary factor in instability of orthodontic treatment?
What is the primary factor in instability of orthodontic treatment?
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Which muscles are responsible for the horizontal movements of the mandible from centric relation?
Which muscles are responsible for the horizontal movements of the mandible from centric relation?
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What is the main reason why many dentists fail to diagnose occlusal disease?
What is the main reason why many dentists fail to diagnose occlusal disease?
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What is the most common reason for tooth soreness and hypersensitivity?
What is the most common reason for tooth soreness and hypersensitivity?
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What is the primary cause of posttreatment instability?
What is the primary cause of posttreatment instability?
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What is the significance of the anterior teeth in protecting the posterior teeth?
What is the significance of the anterior teeth in protecting the posterior teeth?
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What is the purpose of the dots in the formula for a perfected occlusion?
What is the purpose of the dots in the formula for a perfected occlusion?
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What happens to the elevator muscles when the posterior teeth are separated?
What happens to the elevator muscles when the posterior teeth are separated?
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Why is it essential to relate casts to the condylar axis?
Why is it essential to relate casts to the condylar axis?
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What is the consequence of inadequate anterior guidance on posterior teeth?
What is the consequence of inadequate anterior guidance on posterior teeth?
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What is the primary role of the anterior teeth in the perfected occlusion formula?
What is the primary role of the anterior teeth in the perfected occlusion formula?
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What is the result of incorrect anterior guidance on the TMJs?
What is the result of incorrect anterior guidance on the TMJs?
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What is the primary goal of occlusal therapy?
What is the primary goal of occlusal therapy?
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What is the most important factor of occlusion?
What is the most important factor of occlusion?
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What is the primary skill required for predictable occlusal treatment?
What is the primary skill required for predictable occlusal treatment?
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How far can the mandible rotate on a fixed axis in centric relation without moving out of the fully seated position in their respective fossa?
How far can the mandible rotate on a fixed axis in centric relation without moving out of the fully seated position in their respective fossa?
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What is the definition of centric relation?
What is the definition of centric relation?
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What is the position of the condyle-disk assemblies in centric relation?
What is the position of the condyle-disk assemblies in centric relation?
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How many criteria must be fulfilled for the mandible to be in centric relation?
How many criteria must be fulfilled for the mandible to be in centric relation?
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What is the characteristic of a properly aligned condyle-disk assembly in centric relation?
What is the characteristic of a properly aligned condyle-disk assembly in centric relation?
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What is the primary focus of treatment for Type II occlusions?
What is the primary focus of treatment for Type II occlusions?
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In which type of occlusion is centric relation impossible to verify?
In which type of occlusion is centric relation impossible to verify?
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What is the main characteristic of Type IV occlusions?
What is the main characteristic of Type IV occlusions?
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What is the primary goal of therapy for Type III occlusions?
What is the primary goal of therapy for Type III occlusions?
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What type of therapy may be required for certain types of intracapsular disorders?
What type of therapy may be required for certain types of intracapsular disorders?
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What is the main reason why Type IV occlusions are the most complex to treat?
What is the main reason why Type IV occlusions are the most complex to treat?
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Study Notes
Occlusal Principles in General Practice
- Dentists face various problems, such as sore teeth, excessive wear, loose teeth, TMJ disorders, and orofacial pain, which require a working knowledge of occlusal principles to solve confidently.
- Understanding occlusal principles is essential for achieving predictable function and beauty in smile design.
- Benefits of understanding occlusal principles include:
- Improved patient comfort
- Enhanced esthetics
- Increased productivity
- Restoration longevity
- Occlusal stability
Occlusal Disease
- Occlusal disease is the most common destructive dental disorder, causing:
- Tooth loss
- Need for extensive restorative dentistry
- Discomfort in the masticatory system
- Instability of orthodontic treatment
- Tooth soreness and hypersensitivity
- Unnecessary endodontics
Masticatory Muscles
- The muscles of mastication can be divided into positioner muscles and elevator muscles.
- Positioner muscles (inferior lateral pterygoid) pull the condyles down and forward.
- Elevator muscles (superior lateral pterygoid) pull the mandible back and up.
Occlusal Examination
- Centric occlusion (CO) and maximum intercuspation position (MIP) are key concepts in occlusal examination.
- A goal of occlusal therapy is a peaceful neuromusculature, which depends on structural harmony between the occlusion and the TMJs.
Centric Relation
- Centric relation is the most important factor of occlusion and refers to the position and condition of the condyle-disk assemblies.
- Centric relation is a specific position of the condylar axis, where the condyles can freely rotate on a fixed axis.
- Verification of centric relation is essential for predictable occlusal treatment and diagnosis of TMJ disorders.
Anterior Guidance
- The anterior teeth are key to esthetics and protecting the posterior teeth from lateral or protrusive stresses.
- The anterior teeth assume the responsibility of separating the back teeth during all excursions.
- The formula for a perfected occlusion is: dots in back signify centric relation contact only on posterior teeth, and lines in front signify the role of the anterior teeth to disclude the posterior teeth in all excursions.
Articulators
- Casts must be related to the condylar axis to record the relationship of the mandible to the maxilla when the condyles are in their uppermost physiologic position.
Dawson's Classification
- Type I: Maximal intercuspation is in harmony with centric relation.
- Type II: Condyles must displace from a verifiable centric relation for maximum intercuspation to occur.
- Type III: Centric relation cannot be verified, and TMJs cannot accept loading without tenderness or tension.
- Type IV: The occlusal relationship is in an active stage of progressive disorder due to pathologically unstable TMJs.
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Understanding occlusal principles is crucial in general dental practice to address common problems like sore teeth, excessive wear, and TMJ disorders.