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Occlusal Indicators Used in Dental Practice: A Survey Study.
Tanya Bozhkova1, Nina Musurlieva2, Diyan Slavchev1
1Department of Prosthetic Dentistry, Faculty of Dental medicine, Medical University-Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Biomed Research International
|November 15, 2021
Summary
Dentists primarily use articulation paper for occlusal analysis, but show a growing interest in adopting digital methods for more accurate occlusion diagnosis. This shift indicates a move towards advanced dental technology for improved patient care.
Area of Science:
- Dental diagnostics
- Occlusion analysis
- Masticatory apparatus function
Background:
- Proper occlusion and intact dentition are crucial for masticatory function.
- Traditional occlusal indicators include paper foil, silk, and Shimstock foil.
- Digital systems like T-Scan and OccluSense offer advanced occlusion assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the most commonly used occlusal indicators in dental practice.
- To assess dentists' willingness to adopt digital methods for occlusion examination.
Main Methods:
- Anonymous electronic questionnaires distributed to 2014 dentists nationwide.
- 228 completed questionnaires were analyzed.
- A self-developed questionnaire assessed opinions on occlusal indicators' effectiveness and usage.
Main Results:
- Articulation paper is the most frequently used occlusal indicator.
- Shimstock foil is rarely used; T-Scan is more prevalent than OccluSense.
- Dentists express a desire to integrate digital occlusion diagnosis methods into practice.
Conclusions:
- Digital methods provide more accurate and reliable occlusal contact data.
- Dentists are inclined to utilize digital occlusion analysis tools when feasible.
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