Abstract :
Aim: The study aimed to determine appropriate occlusal curve for patients and compare the clinical curves with ideal occlusal curves.
Objective: Assessment of the significance of deviations in occlusal curves between patients with missing posterior teeth and those with complete dentition.
Materials and Methods: The study comprised of oral examination of 52 subjects. Followed by obtaining study models of their dentition which were articulated on a semi adjustable articulator and the occlusal curve was assessed using custom built occlusal plane analyser. The deviations from the plane were noted and to this data paired t- tests was applied and results were formulated.
Results: A significant difference (P
Conclusion: The appropriate use of Broadrick flag method ensured accurate determination of occlusal plane which is crucial for the functional and aesthetic success of posterior restorations.
Keyword :
Broadrick plane analyser, Occlusal plane, Occlusion, Rehabilitation.