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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Journal of Health and Allied Sciences NU 2013; 03(02): 105-112
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1703665
Review Article

ENHANCING STABILITY: A REVIEW OF VARIOUS OCCLUSAL SCHEMES IN COMPLETE DENTURE PROSTHESIS

Krishna Prasad D.
1   Professor and H.O.D, Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte University, Deralakatte, Mangalore - 575 018
,
B. Rajendra Prasad
2   Principal/Dean and Research Guide, Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte University, Deralakatte, Mangalore - 575 018
,
Anshul Bardia
3   Post Graduate student, Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte University, Deralakatte, Mangalore - 575 018
,
Anupama Prasad D.
4   Lecturer Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Nitte University, Deralakatte, Mangalore - 575 018
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Abstract

A practical approach to rehabilitate the edentulous patients to optimal occlusion is not an easy task. Complete denture prosthesis when compared to natural teeth have relatively unstable bases and have no proprioception comparable to the periodontal ligament of the natural tooth and acts as the single unit instead of an individual tooth. To enhance the stability of the complete dentures, the philosophy of the balanced occlusion has been proposed. Balanced occlusion in dentures implies occlusal contacts that contribute to equilibrium of the denture bases on their respective ridges.

The search for the ideal occlusal scheme, one which provides stability, comfort, function and esthetics is still underway. While there is little research to support one occlusal scheme over the other, it is known that the prosthesis is less efficient than natural teeth and the ability to chew with it varies with the individual, regardless of the occlusal schemes. Poor oral awareness makes it more difficult for a patient to adapt to the function with the prosthesis especially one with a complicated occlusal scheme. This article reviews several occlusal schemes, their characteristics, recommendations for usage along with their advantages and disadvantages.

Keywords

Occlusal schemes - neutrocentric occlusion - lingualized occlusion - balanced occlusion - monoplane occlusion


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