Occlusal clearance indicators- A review of clinical technique

  • Manoharan P S Professor & Head Department of Prosthodontics and Crown & Bridge, Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, Puducherry.
  • Priyasha R
  • Rakshana D
  • Kiriti V. Andhare
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55995/j-cpi.2023002
Keywords: Flexible tab; Occlusal reduction bur; Prep gauges.

Abstract

Optimum amount of occlusal reduction is an essential part of a tooth preparation. Various types of occlusal clearance indicators are being used for the assessment of tooth preparation. All these indicators are used to visualize the clearance for the fabrication of a restoration. The need for knowing all these indicators is of utmost importance to provide quality tooth preparations as well as maintain a harmonious occlusion.

Published
2023-06-30
How to Cite
S, M., R, P., D, R., & Andhare, K. (2023). Occlusal clearance indicators- A review of clinical technique. Journal of Clinical Prosthodontics and Implantology, 5(1), 11-13. https://doi.org/10.55995/j-cpi.2023002
Issue
Vol 5 No 1 (2023)
Section
Review

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