Challenges with Cases of Anterior Open Bites and Free-End Saddles
This chapter discusses the challenges that technicians face when dealing with cases that have a lack of anterior contacts or a deep overbite. It highlights the limitations of digital scanning and the importance of using a wax bite block for correct articulation of models. The chapter also explores the use of the functionally generative path technique for restoring multiple units.
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A single crown being fit in a Class I, canine guided occlusion is a piece of cake when it comes to the occlusion, but that same crown in a Class II Div 1 or AOB patient can result in occlusal errors. This episode is all about sharing a classic technique to prevent occlusal issues in ‘funky occlusions’.
Join us on this special episode as we delve into a game-changing technique – the functionally generated path technique – with the experienced and generous Dr. Tom Bereznicki. Having recently stepped into clinical retirement, Dr. Bereznicki remains a powerhouse in the education scene.
Protrusive Dental Pearl: Ensure you have an excellent relationship with your dental technician. – Working with a ‘big lab’ can sometimes have its issues. Try to visit your lab and become a familiar face so you have your specific technician that you can ask for whenever you send any indirect work. In that way, you can grow together – with that level of communication, the level of work you get back is so much better.
