Occlusal Concepts and Considerations in Fixed Prosthodontics.

Occlusal Concepts and Considerations in Fixed Prosthodontics.
Prim Dent J. 2019 Nov 01;8(3):20-27
Authors: Amin K, Vere J, Thanabalan N, Elmougy A
Abstract
The UK has an increasingly ageing population, many of whom are retaining more of their own teeth. This has led to an increase in the prevalence of tooth wear and the need to replace pre-existing failing restorations. In many cases this will be achieved by fixed prosthodontics. This paper provides a brief overview of important occlusal concepts that should be considered when providing non-implant fixed prosthodontics using either a conformative or reorganised approach. The aim is to give general dental practitioners the confidence to provide these types of restorations in primary care. Clinical cases demonstrate how the occlusion can be controlled to optimise clinical outcomes.
PMID: 31666169 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Primary dental care : journal of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners UK - November 2, 2019 Category: Dentistry Tags: Prim Dent J Source Type: research