A comprehensive introduction to the masticatory system and its relation to dental occlusion
Introduction to the Masticatory System and Dental Occlusion meets the need for a rigorous guide to the masticatory system and how it relates to dental occlusion to aid interventions. The text offers a sound understanding of functioning dental anatomy and the biomechanics that are essential to understanding dental occlusion. It covers all structures required for chewing: jaws and jaw muscles, teeth, joints, and tongue as well as other significant areas including the vascular and nervous systems that supply these structures with blood and stimulation. Beginning with the understanding of these concepts, the author provides further guidance on oral function, esthetics, and alerting patients to potential issues.
Introduction to the Masticatory System and Dental Occlusion readers will also find:
A thorough introduction to the basic structure and function of the masticatory system Detailed coverage of subjects including TMJ, mastication muscles, occlusal therapy, and more
Images to illustrate key concepts and systems
Advice on choosing the correct medical intervention in each case
Introduction to the Masticatory System and Dental Occlusion is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate dental students for subjects such as masticatory systems, dental anatomy, restorative dentistry, and prosthodontics, as well as for practicing dentists and medical professionals in related fields.
By:
Dinesh Rokaya (Ajman University Ajman United Arab Emirates)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 246mm,
Width: 173mm,
Spine: 15mm
Weight: 408g
ISBN: 9781119884187
ISBN 10: 1119884187
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 30 January 2025
Audience:
College/higher education
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Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Foreword, iv Preface and Introduction, v Acknowledgment, vi Chapters 1. Structures and Functions of Masticatory System, 21 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Structures and Functions of Temporomandibular Joint 1.3 Structures and Functions of Masticatory Muscles 1.4 Structures and Functions of Teeth, Periodontium, and Related Structures 2. Intra-arch Tooth Alignment, 31 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Maxillary and Mandibular Arch 2.3 Plane of Occlusion 2.4 Buccolingual Occlusal Contact Relationship 2.5 Mesio-Distal Relationship and Bucco-Lingual Embrasure 2.6 Proximal Contact/ Interproximal Contact 2.7 Functional Form of the Teeth at their Incisal and Occlusal Thirds 2.8 Inclination and Angulations of Individual Teeth 3. Inter-arch Tooth Alignment, 41 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Dental Occlusion 3.3 Overjet and Overbite 3.4 Centric and Non-centric cusps 3.5 Common Occlusal Relationships 3.6 Position of Mandible and Condyle 3.7 Terminal Hinge Axis Position and Retruded Contact Position 3.8 Working and Non-working (Balancing) Side 3.9 Tooth Guidance 3.10 Tooth Contacts 3.11 Occlusal Contact and Stability 4. Occlusal Surface of Teeth and Characteristics of Jaw Movement, 51 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Posterior Controlling Factors (Condylar Guidance) 4.3 Anterior Controlling Factors (Anterior Guidance) 4.4 Vertical Determinants of Occlusal Morphology 4.5 Horizontal Determinants of Occlusal Morphology 4.6 Relationship between Anterior and Posterior Controlling Factors 5. Mandibular Movement, 61 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Mandibular Movements 5.3 Single Plane Border Movements 5.4 Border Movements in Relation to Sagittal, Coronal Plane, and Horizontal Plane 5.5 Envelope of Motion 6. Mastication, Swallowing, and Speech, 71 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Mastication 6.3 Swallowing 6.4 Speech 7. Nervous System Regulating the Masticatory System, 81 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Anatomy and Function of the Neuromuscular System 7.3 Neuromuscular Function 8. Bruxism and Clenching, 91 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Bruxism 8.3 Clenching 9. Age-Related Changes in Masticatory System, 101 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Effect of Aging on Mastication 9.3 Effect of Aging on Masticatory Muscles 9.4 Effect of Aging on Swallowing 9.5 Effect of Aging on Temporomandibular Joint 9.6 Effect of Aging on the Nervous System and Motor Unit 10. Occlusal Concept and its Application in Various Disciplines, 121 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Occlusal Concept Application in Restorative Dentistry 10.3 Occlusal Concept Application in Fixed Prosthodontics 10.4 Occlusal Concept Application in Implant Dentistry 10.5 Occlusal Concept Application in Periodontics 11. Problems in the Occlusion and their Treatment, 131 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Complete Dentistry 11.3 Treatment of Occlusal Problems 12. Index, 141
The Author Dinesh Rokaya, PhD is a Visiting Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand.
