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Complete denture occlusion

B R Lang1

  • 1Department of Prosthodontics, University of Michigan, School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor, USA.

Dental Clinics of North America
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
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For complete denture patients, lingualized articulation offers a straightforward approach to enhance comfort, function, and aesthetics. This method simplifies occlusal rehabilitation by focusing on balanced tooth contacts during all activities.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Prosthetics and Biomaterials
  • Oral Rehabilitation and Maxillofacial Surgery

Background:

  • Current research lacks a definitive superior tooth form or arrangement for complete denture patients.
  • Existing options for complete dentures do not consistently meet patient needs for comfort, function, and aesthetics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a logical and simplified approach for occlusal rehabilitation in edentulous patients.
  • To identify an effective occlusal scheme that addresses the comfort, function, and esthetic requirements of complete denture wearers.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a philosophy of occlusion and selection of a suitable occlusal concept.
  • Evaluation of balanced articulation as a suitable concept due to observed tooth contacts during nonfunctional activities.
  • Consideration of various occlusal schemes to fulfill the selected occlusal concept.

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Main Results:

  • Balanced articulation is identified as a highly appropriate occlusal concept.
  • The lingualized articulation concept is presented as the most logical and least complicated approach.
  • Utilizing tooth molds specifically designed for lingualized articulation is recommended for optimal outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • The lingualized articulation concept offers a simplified and effective method for occlusal rehabilitation in edentulous patients.
  • This approach aims to improve comfort, function, and esthetics for complete denture wearers.
  • Further adoption of specifically designed lingualized tooth molds is advocated for enhanced patient satisfaction.