[Rehabilitation of complete edentulism and temporomandibular joint]

Zhonghua Kou Qiang Yi Xue Za Zhi. 2023 Oct 9;58(10):978-984. doi: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112144-20230730-00048.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Rehabilitation of complete edentulism is naturally related to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) since the proper functioning of complete denture depends on the normal movement of TMJ. This review briefly introduced the design of occlusion in complete denture, characteristic of different occlusal patterns, and key points in registration of maxillomandibular relationship and occlusal adjustment. This review emphasized the significance of complete denture restoration to the health of TMJ.

全口义齿修复与颞下颌关节有天然的联系,全口义齿功能的发挥依赖于颞下颌关节的正常运动。本文简要介绍全口义齿咬合设计的原则、不同(牙合)型的特点,以及如何在全口义齿修复的步骤中注意颌位关系的确定和咬合调整。强调正确进行全口义齿修复对保持颞下颌关节的健康有重要意义。.

Publication types

  • Review
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Dental Occlusion
  • Denture, Complete
  • Humans
  • Occlusal Adjustment
  • Temporomandibular Joint
  • Temporomandibular Joint Disorders*
  • Tooth Loss*