title: Occlusal principles in orthodontics.
abstract: Morphologic and functional requirements of the orthodontically treated occlusion are discussed in this article. In the past, orthodontic treatment has been viewed as both a cause and a cure for temporomandibular disorders. This article reviews the literature, orthodontic implications of occlusal appliance therapy, and case reports.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA.
authors.forename: C C
authors.initials: CC
authors.lastname: Vlachos
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002508:Cephalometry; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy*; D017090:Occlusal Splints; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D010043:Outcome and Process Assessment, Health Care; D013705:Temporomandibular Joint Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy