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Functional occlusion: I. A review.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  11254808     Owner:  NLM     Status:  MEDLINE    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The features that constitute an "ideal" functional occlusion have not been conclusively established. Orthodontic treatment has the capacity to change static and functional occlusal relationships fundamentally. In this article, we present the evidence on which features of the occlusion are reported to be detrimental to the teeth and masticatory system Deficiencies in this research area are highlighted, together with the need for prospective longitudinal trials to clarify the requirements of an ideal functional occlusion Based on the existing evidence this paper suggests which occlusal features may be significant in producing an "ideal" functional occlusion As no long-term studies exist to measure the impact of non-ideal occlusal relationships on the dentition, it is debatable whether orthodontic treatment should be prolonged in order to ensure that "ideal" occlusal contacts are achieved As the occlusion tends to "settle" in the period following appliance removal, we propose that it may be more appropriate to examine the functional occlusal relationships after retention has ceased rather than prolong active orthodontic treatment to achieve "ideal" functional occlusal goals.
Authors:
J R Clark; R D Evans
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Review    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Journal of orthodontics     Volume:  28     ISSN:  1465-3125     ISO Abbreviation:  J Orthod     Publication Date:  2001 Mar 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2001-03-20     Completed Date:  2001-07-12     Revised Date:  2009-11-03    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  100957268     Medline TA:  J Orthod     Country:  England    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  76-81     Citation Subset:  D; IM    
Affiliation:
Department of Child Dental Health, Bristol Dental Hospital, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol BS1 2LY, UK.
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MeSH Terms
Descriptor/Qualifier:
Centric Relation*
Dental Occlusion*
Dental Occlusion, Balanced
Dental Occlusion, Centric
Dental Occlusion, Traumatic / physiopathology
Humans
Terminology as Topic

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