Abstract
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L. Millstein DMD. MS Philip, et al.
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Introduction
Centric occlusion, (CO), refers to occlusal contact of one jaw to another in a central location. Incisal guidance, (IG), describes the occlusion in anterior motion. Retro occlusion, (CR), transfers the central occlusion to a closed posterior position; it may be called a pseudo centric relation. In left lateral, (LL), occlusion the mandible moves in a lateral direction and in right lateral, (RL), it moves in the opposite direction. All these movements whether they take place in space or in occlusal contact are used to describe the occlusion.
Discussion
If we as clinicians think in terms of making a composite recording as described, we will view the occlusion in terms of coordinated movements. A synchrony of static and functional articulations should provide the clinician with an assessment system that represents a more functional restoration and ultimately enhanced patient outcomes.