cosmetic dentistry - beauty & science

I 09 special topic _ minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry I cosmeticdentistry 3_2012 However, all of these theories agree on the following issues: 1. Teeth during mandibular closure: All teeth should occlude simultaneously in mandibular closure movement.13–16 2. Occlusal load distribution on arch: An equal percentage of occlusal force should be shared between the right and left arch halves. 3. Occlusal load on tooth: An equal percentage ofocclusalforceshouldbedistributedoneach tooth counterpart. 4. Excursive contacts: The anterior teeth should immediately disclude the posterior teeth dur- ing excursive movements.13–16 Based on the laterotrusive movements from centricocclusion,variousconceptsoffunctional Fig. 7_T-Scan III: Digital occlusal analysis tool used to measure occlusal force percentage and tooth-contact timing. Fig. 8_Articulating paper with holder, a necessary item for locating the tooth-contact point and surface area during force finishing. Fig. 9_Dura-Green stones, Diamond points and Dura-White stones (all Shofu) can be used to contour the pressure spots selectively during force finishing. Fig. 10_Diamond-impregnated silicone points to finish and polish the contoured tooth and restoration surfaces. Fig. 11_Diamond points and Dura-White stones to contour and texture the tooth and restoration surfaces. Fig. 12_Diamond-impregnated silicone points to finish and polish the contoured tooth and restoration surfaces. Fig. 13_Super Snap disk and strips (Shofu): For labial and interdental surface finishing and polishing. Fig. 14_Diamond paste, diamond-impregnated silicone points and a Robinson brushe are used to achieve super polishing or enamel-like lustre of the restoration and tooth surfaces. Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 13 Fig. 14 Fig. 11 Fig. 12