[Special problems in the prosthetic rehabilitation of deep bite]

In cases of deep bite where the lower front teeth contact the palatal gingiva or where the upper teeth contact the labial gingiva of the lower jaw, the attempt to improve the situation by grinding-in the teeth was always crowned with temporary success only. The question as to whether the front teeth may be maintained determines further measures to be taken. If they can and if they are to be kept it is necessary to change the vertical relation of practically all teeth by safeguarding the antagonistic contract also in the front area. Therapeutical means and risks involved are considerable. If the teeth concerned have to be removed, plastic correction of the alveolar ridge is necessary before bridges and removable dentures are fitted in. This solution is even less satisfactory and disregards the significance of natural teeth for the well-being of the patient.