Lingualized occlusion revisited.
Lingualized occlusion represents an established method for the development of functional and esthetic complete denture articulation. Since its introduction, the lingualized technique has undergone many changes. This article provides an overview of the history and development of lingualized occlusion, and addresses common misconceptions associated with the lingualized technique. In addition, a practical method for the development of lingualized denture occlusion is presented.
Phoenix
Rodney D
RD
Department of Prosthodontics, US Air Force Dental Clinic Ramstein, Ramstein Air Base, Germany.
Engelmeier
Robert L
RL
D003725:Dental Articulators; D003767:Dental Occlusion, Balanced; D003768:Dental Occlusion, Centric; D003779:Denture Design; D003824:Denture, Complete; D006801:Humans; D014093:Tooth, Artificial