Ch. 1 Diagnostic Phase

Question 1

Goals of the dentoform adjustment (4)

Answer 1

1. To develop a stable occlusal relationship between the upper and lower members
2. No anteroposterior or midolateral rock
3. A minimum of 3 bilateral posterior contacts (2 molars and 1 premolar) in MI
4. A minimum of 3 anterior contacts (Canines bilaterally and 1 incisor) in MI

Question 2

When using the Accufilm, which color is towards the teeth you wish to adjust?

Answer 2

Red

Question 3

3 Rules for adjusting dentoform

Answer 3

1. Do not shorten a functional cusp, always deepen the opposing fossa
2. Adjust the lingual of the maxillary anteriors to remove anterior prematurities
3. To lighten and occlusal contact that is in the correct position, adjust the indicating mark. NEVER remove the entire mark.

Question 4

Anterior guidance of our dentoform…

Answer 4

has canine contact only in right and left movements with no posterior contact

Question 5

Acceptable measurement of open contact after adjustments?

Answer 5

0.5mm