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What should be done if a sore crown or restoration persists after placement, especially on a molar?
What should be done if a sore crown or restoration persists after placement, especially on a molar?
- Check the occlusion in centric relation (CR) (correct)
- Refer the patient to an oral surgeon
- Prescribe pain medication
- Replace the crown or restoration immediately
Why is it essential to mount immediate dentures in centric relation?
Why is it essential to mount immediate dentures in centric relation?
- To ensure accurate occlusion (correct)
- To reduce the risk of temporomandibular joint disorders
- To shorten the treatment time
- To increase the durability of the dentures
In constricted chewing cases, which device is recommended for finding centric relation?
In constricted chewing cases, which device is recommended for finding centric relation?
- Lucia jig (correct)
- Leaf gauge
- Periodontal probe
- Dental mirror
What happens to the condyle when the vertical is opened in centric relation?
What happens to the condyle when the vertical is opened in centric relation?
Why is it crucial to record the first contact in centric relation?
Why is it crucial to record the first contact in centric relation?
What should be done when dealing with extreme neurologic disorders or TMD cases?
What should be done when dealing with extreme neurologic disorders or TMD cases?
If a patient has a lot of posterior attrition wear and little or no anterior wear, what is likely happening?
If a patient has a lot of posterior attrition wear and little or no anterior wear, what is likely happening?
Why would you mount models in CR and equilibrate them?
Why would you mount models in CR and equilibrate them?
What is a key to success in wear cases?
What is a key to success in wear cases?
What should you try to reduce in treatment?
What should you try to reduce in treatment?
Why would you test drive esthetics and occlusion before final restorations?
Why would you test drive esthetics and occlusion before final restorations?
What is important to consider when evaluating a patient's airway?
What is important to consider when evaluating a patient's airway?
What is the primary concern in a patient with constricted chewing pattern, also known as pathway wear?
What is the primary concern in a patient with constricted chewing pattern, also known as pathway wear?
What is the primary objective of using a Lucia Jig?
What is the primary objective of using a Lucia Jig?
What is the characteristic feature of a patient with occlusal dysfunction?
What is the characteristic feature of a patient with occlusal dysfunction?
What is the appropriate treatment approach for a patient with acceptable function?
What is the appropriate treatment approach for a patient with acceptable function?
What is the key difference between a patient with acceptable function and one with occlusal dysfunction?
What is the key difference between a patient with acceptable function and one with occlusal dysfunction?
What is the primary reason to avoid using a Leaf Gauge in patients with constricted chewing pattern?
What is the primary reason to avoid using a Leaf Gauge in patients with constricted chewing pattern?
What is the primary concern of Paul, the patient, when he presents to the office?
What is the primary concern of Paul, the patient, when he presents to the office?
What is the recommended minimum distance between an implant and a natural tooth?
What is the recommended minimum distance between an implant and a natural tooth?
How long did the Orthodontic treatment take in this case?
How long did the Orthodontic treatment take in this case?
What was the purpose of the provisionals in this case?
What was the purpose of the provisionals in this case?
What was used to lengthen the Md incisors in this case?
What was used to lengthen the Md incisors in this case?
What is the final outcome of this treatment?
What is the final outcome of this treatment?
