The face height in adult dentate humans. A discussion of physiological and prosthodontic principles illustrated through a case report.
The adaptability of the stomatognathic system to alterations in the vertical dimension is discussed based on scientific reports and clinical experience. A case is reported demonstrating the stability of a therapeutically induced increase in the occlusal vertical dimension over a 10 year period. In conclusion, it is stated that moderate alterations in the occlusal vertical dimension of patients are generally well tolerated if necessary for therapeutic measures.
D000328:Adult; D003442:Crowns; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008410:Masticatory Muscles / Q000502:physiology; D013704:Temporomandibular Joint / Q000502:physiology; D014072:Tooth Abrasion / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D014716:Vertical Dimension