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Occlusal contact points at maximal intercuspal position in primary dentition
M N Pereira Friggi1, M Mori2, E Eduarda Fernandes3
1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, United Metropolitan Colleges - FMU, Indianópolis, Brazil.
European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry
|July 24, 2026
Summary
This study examined the intercuspal position in young children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Dental Occlusion
Background:
- Understanding the intercuspal position (ICP) in deciduous dentition is crucial for diagnosing and managing malocclusions.
- Normal occlusion in primary teeth provides a foundation for healthy permanent dentition development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the intercuspal position (ICP) in children with clinically normal deciduous dental occlusion.
- To analyze dental contacts and occlusal points in the primary dentition.
Main Methods:
- Evaluated 389 children aged 4.5 to 5.5 years.
- Selected 30 children with normal occlusion based on inclusion criteria.
- Utilized clinical examination, photographic analysis, and occlusogram tracings of dental contacts and occlusal points.
Main Results:
- Detailed analysis of dental contacts in the deciduous dentition was performed.
- Occlusograms were created for both upper and lower arches, identifying coincidental occlusal points.
- Specific attention was given to the contact between second molars.
Conclusions:
- The intercuspal position in deciduous dentition was characterized.
- Observations indicated that second molar contact provides mesiodistal morphofunctional anchorage.
- Findings contribute to the understanding of primary dental occlusion development.
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