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Functional Occlusion From TMJ to Smile Design

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ISBN-10: 0323033717

ISBN-13: 9780323033718

Edition: 2007

Authors: Peter E. Dawson

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This book uses an interdisciplinary approach to explain the origin of and possible solutions to many different occlusal problems. Dr. Peter E. Dawson guides the reader along the way providing balanced explanations of theory and technique. He also debunks many popular misconceptions through practical discussion of their origins and the deficiencies of the arguments behind them. Different sides of many philosophies are presented while guiding the reader to the most functional and esthetic solution to various occlusal situations. Hundreds of full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams show aspects of the masticatory system, the epidemiology of occlusal problems, and procedures for…    
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Book details

List price: $202.00
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 7/31/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 648
Size: 9.00" wide x 11.25" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 4.642
Language: English

The Concept of Complete Dentistry
Perspectives on Occlusion and Everyday Dentistry
Occlusal Disease
The Determinants of Occlusion
The Temporomandibular Joint
The Masticatory Musculature
Centric Relation
Adapted Centric Posture
Determining Centric Relation
Load Testing for Verification of Centric Relation
Recording centric relation
Classification of Occlusions
Vertical Dimension
The Neutral Zone
The Envelope of Function
Functional Smile Design
Anterior Guidance and Its Relationship to Smile Design
Restoring Lower Anterior Teeth
Long Centric
The Plane of Occlusion
Posterior Occlusion
Simplifying Instrumentation for Occlusal Analysis and Treatment
Differential Diagnosis of Temporomandibular Disorders
Occluso-Muscle Disorders
Intracapsular Disorders of the TMJ
Classification of Intracapsular Disorders
Imaging the TMJs
Bruxism
Requirements for Occlusal Stability
Solving Occlusal Problems through Programmed Treatment Planning
The Diagnostic Wax-Up
Occlusal Splints
Occlusal Equilibration
Neuromuscular Dentistry: Bioelectronic instrumentation
Solving Occlusal Wear Problems
Solving Deep Overbite Problems
Solving Anterior Overjet Problems
Solving Anterior Open Bite Problems
Treating End-to-End Occlusions
Treating Splayed or Separated Anterior Teeth
Treating the Cross Bite Patient
Treating Crowded, Irregular or Interlocking Anterior Teeth
Solving Severe Arch Malrelationship Problems
Using Cephalometrics for Occlusal Analysis
Post Operative Care of Occlusal Therapy Patients
The Technological Future of Occlusal Restoration
Criteria for Success of Occlusal Treatment