[A probe into rehabilitating occlusion of majority teeth missing].
It is generally to be found that decrease of occlusal vertical dimension, worn occlusive surface of remaining teeth without opposite teeth and loss of intercusping position (ICP), etc. in the patients with majority teeth missing. In western countries, fixed restorations (including implant dentures) are routinely used for the patients with majority teeth missing in order to rehabilitate occlusion. The authors applied occlusal theory, combining with the clinical facilities and used one-piece casting base and functional impression technique for rehabilitation of occlusion. The purpose of this article was to summarize clinical experiences, to explore the relative problems concerning rehabilitation for patients with majority teeth missing.
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Chongqing Stomatology Hospital, China.
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