Evolution of occlusal analysis methods: From Articulating papers to T-Scan

Chitra C; Rao BL; Sruthi T; Jibi J; Vathsalya G

Volume : VIII, Issue : IV, April - 2019

Evolution of occlusal analysis methods: From Articulating papers to T-Scan

Chitra C, Rao Bl, Sruthi T, Jibi J, Vathsalya G

Abstract :

It is important not only to examine the occlusion, but to be able to record, store, and transfer the information in prosthetic dentistry.The articulation of the teeth/prosthesis with respect to simultaneous contacts, biting time and biting force should be assessed by the clinicians as required by the disciplines.However, measuring dental occlusal forces has been an inexact science, often requiring complex and subjective decisions.Dysfunctions like temporo–mandibular pain can be caused even if smallest high spots measuring just a few microns are present .In the fitting of prosthetic devices, occlusal indicators are widely used to obtain information on tooth contacts during occlusion.A wide range of indicators exist ranging from articulating papers through to the T–Scan pressure measurement system.These devices differ not only in their measurement characteristics but also in their material properties such as thickness and plasticity.The aim of this article is to provide an insight to various occlusal indicators available, their advantages and disadvantages in the clinical world of prosthodontics and T–SCAN in particular.