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J Korean Dent Assoc. 2015;53(6):402-410. Published online June 30, 2015.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22974/jkda.2015.53.6.001
자연치아와 고정성 보철물의 실전 교합조정
서재민
전북대학교 치의학전문대학원 치과보철학교실
Occlusal adjustment of natural teeth and fixed prosthesis
Jae-Min Seo
Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry and Institute of Oral Bio-Science, Chonbuk National University
Abstract
The aims of occlusal adjustment are as follows: to eliminate occlusal interference, to redirect force generated during function to which is favorable for teeth, to improve mastication efficiency and simultaneously establish stable maximal intercuspation or centric occlusion. Also, it should permit mandible to move freely from all positions. The sequence of occlusal adjustment in natural teeth and fixed prosthesis shall be as follows: 1) Eliminate interference that prevent optimal intercuspation and recontouring adjustment 2) Establish maximal intercuspation 3) Eliminate interference in lateral mandibular movement 4) Eliminate interference in anterior mandibular movement 5) Refine occlusal relationships.

Keywords :Occlusal adjustment;Occlusal interference;lateral mandibular movement;anterior mandibular movement;maximal intercuspation;centric occlusion;

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