Esthetics in Function: Integrating the Occlusal Principles into Smile Design

The esthetic harmony and effectiveness of occlusal function are integrated and are in constant movement in the search for balance. This book, written by a top expert in the field, is about the preservation and enhancement of smile esthetics. The richly illustrated content aims to enhance the clinician?€™s understanding of the static and dynamic principles that act on a patient?€™s stomatognathic system.

The main themes of the book ?€“ treatment planning and occlusion ?€“ are inseparable factors for the success of every restorative treatment. It is only from a complete understanding of the varied and complex relationships between these aspects that the clinician can diagnose and treat a patient with a pragmatic and effective long-term approach.

In a clear and uncomplicated manner, the book presents protocols containing all the relevant aspects related to the topic so that excellent results can be obtained with consistency and predictability. The content is based on an extensive literature review and contains the best-quality scientific evidence available at the time of publication, accompanied by the author?€™s valuable commentary and notes.

Contents
Part

1. The Treatment Planning Process
Chapter

01. Anamnesis
Chapter

02. Clinical Examination
Chapter

03. interdisciplinary Treatment Planning
Chapter

04. Selection of Restorative Material
Chapter

05. Treatment Plan Presentation
Chapter

06. Control and Maintanance

Part

2. Esthetics and Function
Chapter

07. Introduction to Functional Occlusion
Chapter

08. Mounting on a Semi-Adjustable Articulator
Chapter

09. Maxilomandibular Relationship
Chapter

10. Functional Guidance
Chapter

11. Vertical Dimension of Occlusion
Chapter

12. Occlusal Plane
Chapter

13. Occlusal Adjustment
Chapter

14. Stabilizing Interocclusal Splint