2018 Volume 10 Issue 4 Pages 365-368
Patient: The patient was a man aged 57 at his first visit. His occlusal contacts in the intercuspal position were unbalanced because of a partially edentulous dental arch and a scissors-bite. The final prosthesis was placed after stabilizing the occlusal posture with a maxillary occlusal splint, which was a treatment denture covering the occlusal surfaces of the remaining teeth.
Discussion: Using the face-bow transfer and cross-mounting technique, the elements of temporary occlusion with the treatment denture were reflected in the final denture, which allowed the patient to achieve improved mastication efficiency and mouth-related QOL.
Conclusion: In cases with unbalanced posture of the mandible, prior to installing the final prosthesis, it is important to establish occlusal support and stabilize the occlusal posture by a treatment denture.
