T-scan II occlusal analysis in restorative dentistry

Good occlusal practice in advanced restorative dentistry.

In most patients the existing occlusal scheme will be functional, comfortable and cosmetic; and so if a tooth or teeth need to be restored, the most appropriate way to provide the restoration(s) would be to adopt a 'conformative' approach: that is to provide treatment within the existing envelope of static and dynamic occlusal relationships. There will, however, be situations where the conforma...

Fundamentals of occlusion and restorative dentistry. Part II: occlusal contacts, interferences and occlusal considerations in implant patients.

UNLABELLED This second part of the two-part article discusses different types of occlusal contacts and their interferences. It also provides a practical guide to what is required to optimise the restorative treatment outcome. Occlusion and its effect on dental implants are also presented. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Restorative treatment outcome is highly dependent on the occlusion of the restoration ...

Guidelines in Restorative Dentistry

Study Protocol in Restorative Dentistry

Research has often been considered an enigma by most of us a privilege of the exclusives of the profession. But research simply means 're-search' the existing facts either to solve a problem or improve an existing system all along the process adding more new facts to the profession. Being an action packed speciality, most of us aspire to be a clinician rather than an academician or a scientist.

Computerized occlusal analysis in Dentofacial orthopedics: indications and clinical use the T-scan III system

By definition, orthodontists take special care in achieving a high quality occlusion when finishing cases, believing good contacts are essential to maintain dental health, function, and insure stable long-term of results. The T-scan III system provides a real-time digitized analysis of occlusion, in both static and dynamic modes, and records the distribution of occlusal forces within the dental...