Posterior Occlusion Flashcards
1
Q
Anterior border of the denture extends to?
A
Lower lip
2
Q
Posterior border of the denture extends to?
A
2/3 of the retromolar pad
3
Q
The normal occlusion of a denture is at?
A
Maximum intercuspation
4
Q
What are the objectives of complete denture occlusion?
A
- Stability of occlusion in MI
- Balanced bilateral contacts in eccentric movements
- Bucco-lingual cusp height reduction
- Favourable tooth-ridge-crest position
- Cutting and shearing efficiency
5
Q
Bucco-lingual cusp height reduction is for?
A
Control of horizontal forces
6
Q
Favourable tooth-ridge-crest position is for?
A
Functional lever balance
7
Q
The functional cusp for the upper is on the?
A
Palatal
8
Q
The functional cusp for the lower is on the?
A
Buccal
9
Q
Occlusal plane level should be between?
A
Ridge height
10
Q
Buccal displacement of posterior teeth can cause?
A
Dislodgment by buccal cheek
11
Q
Too high/low occlusal level may cause?
A
Tongue biting
