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Modern Occlusion: Concepts, Diagnostics & Clinical Strategies

Modern Occlusion: Concepts, Diagnostics & Clinical Strategies

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Professors

Target audience

General dentists; Prosthodontists

Nb of lessons

35

Nb of modules

6

Course duration

8 h 04 min

Delivery method

Google Drive Link, Offline

Course Overview

Transform your understanding of occlusion with this comprehensive course from SPEAR Education that bridges classic philosophy and cutting-edge science. Learn to diagnose, plan, and manage even the most compromised occlusions using practical tools like mounted models, functional analysis, and MIP/CR principles. From force distribution to appliance impact, gain the clinical insight to treat with confidence and precision.

What You Will Learn

  • Module 1. Managing compromised occlusion
  • Module 2. Occlusal Concepts & Philosophies Current Knowledge vs. Classic Beliefs
  • Module 3. Managing Occlusion in Clinical Practice
  • Module 4. Factors in Establishing Maximum Intercuspation (MIP)
  • Module 5. Using Models to Evaluate and Treatment Plan Occlusal Issues
  • Module 6. A New Perspective on Occlusion

Full Course Program

Module 1. Managing compromised occlusion1. Managing compromised occlusion

Duration: 1 h 20 min

Module 2. Occlusal Concepts & Philosophies Current Knowledge vs. Classic Beliefs1. Critical Questions About Occlusion2. Occlusal Philosophies Through the Years3. Occlusal Guidance & Muscle Activity Classic vs. Current Literature4. Apnea, Attrition & Bruxism Connections5. Attrition & Bruxism It's Not Always Apnea

Duration: 1 h 22 min

Module 3. Managing Occlusion in Clinical Practice1. Occlusal Positions & Risk Assessment in MIP2. Destabilizing MIP with Single Restoration3. Measuring Shift to Assess Stability4. Group Function vs. Canine Guidance5. Pathway Wear6. End-to-End & Crossover Wear7. Wear Retruded to MIP

Duration: 1 h 18 min

Module 4. Factors in Establishing Maximum Intercuspation (MIP)1. Creating Intercuspal Position2. Centric Relation & the Tripod Concept3. Using the Tripod Concept to Establish New MIP4. Normal vs. Abnormal Joint Anatomy5. Occlusion & Joint Loading

Duration: 1 h 16 min

Module 5. Using Models to Evaluate and Treatment Plan Occlusal Issues1. Benefits and Limitations of Unmounted Models2. Using a Semi-Adjustable Articulator with MIP Mounting3. The Value of a Semi-Adjustable Articulator and CR Mounting4. The Concept of a Functional Analysis5. Using a Facebow to Transfer Functional Information6. Using a Facebow to Transfer Esthetic Information7. Centric Relation for Functional Analysis8. Positioning Condyles in a Fully Seated Position, CR9. CR Records Using Bimanual Manipulation and Wax10. CR Records Using a Leaf Gauge and Silicone11. CR Records Using a Lucia Jig and Silicone

Duration: 2 h 14 min

Module 6. A New Perspective on Occlusion1. Force Distribution at the Tooth Level2. Force Distribution at the Joint Level3. The Four Stages of TM Joints4. Three Main Clinical Presentations of TM Joints5. The Connection Between the TM Joint and Occlusion6. Pain Why Some Patients Have It

Duration: 39 min

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