[The value of functional analyses for systematic periodontal treatment (clinical study)]

The relationship between periodontal disease and dysfunction of the stomatognathic system was examined with the usual analysis of function in the context of a clinical study. In addition to neuromuscular incoordination, premature centric contacts deflect the mandible from a muscularly stable contact position and traumatize the periodontium mechanically. After suitable treatment, the causes of functional damage to the tooth attachment apparatus may be demonstrated in connection with an exact clinical registration of the findings by a simple instrumental analysis of function. This analysis may be adequately carried out with a semiadjustable articulator together with a rapidly transmitted curve.