This book provides a meticulous analysis of occlusion and the many anatomical factors involved: natural teeth and implants, gingiva, tooth- and implant-borne prostheses, masticatory muscles, ligaments, the TMJs, and articular capsules and disks, among others. Furthermore, the problems that can lead to malocclusion often relate to additional patient factors, emotional stress, bruxism, clenching, and the jaw being out of proper position. The book also covers referred pain, which can mimic joint symptoms caused by neck and masticatory muscle problems, as well as headaches and facial pain that may be connected to occlusion-related muscle problems including the neck muscles. The accompanying DVD includes more than 200 clinical animations.
Contents
Chapter 01. Work Philosophy
Chapter 02. Occlusion-Related Terminology
Chapter 03. Organic Occlusion and Basic Principles
Chapter 04. Anterior Guidance
Chapter 05. Centric Relation
Chapter 06. Bilateral Posterior Occlusal Stability
Chapter 07. Vertical Dimension
Chapter 08. Etiopathology of Occlusal Problems: Prematurities and Interferences
Chapter 09. Occlusal Etiology of TMJ Pathology
Chapter 10. Splint Therapy
Chapter 11. Occlusal Adjustment
Chapter 12. Occlusion in Implant-Supported Fixed Dental Prostheses and Single Units
Co-authors
Jaime Jiménez-García • Silvia Jiménez-García • David Jiménez-García • Maria José Jiménez-García