History of materials used for recording static and dynamic occlusal contact marks: a literature review

Abstract

In the discipline of prosthetic dentistry it is important not only to examine the occlusion, but to be able to record, store, and transfer the information. Over the years many occlusion testing materials have been used. It has been suggested the clinical recording and transfer of information using waxes and other occlusion recording materials have disadvantages relating to inaccuracy and problems of manipulation. Therefore, there has been introduction of many new systems for recording occlusion contacts to overcome such problems. The correct physiological recovery of occlusion posses as much a challenge as ever for every dentist and technician. Even the smallest high spots measuring just a few microns can cause dysfunctions like temporo-mandibular pain. Occlusal proportions are being constantly changed with every procedure. Therefore, an understanding of the synergy of the teeth in static and dynamic occlusion forms the basis of good dentistry. The purpose of this review article is to give and overview of the various materials and methods that have been used to record occlusal contact marks. Key words:Occlusal contact marks, Occlusion indicators, Occlusion test materials, Occlusion recording materials.

Effect of different dental articulating papers on SEMG activity during maximum clenching

“…Interocclusal indicators are frequently employed both in clinical and laboratory environments for tooth contacts analysis; they can return qualitative (i.e: mark deepness/darkness) or quantitative (i.e: pressure values and sequence/timing of contacts) information to the operator (Millstein, 1983;Sharma et al , 2013).…”

“…In our study maximum biting on cotton rolls and natural dentition were necessary for calibration of the electromyographic apparatus (BTS TMJOINT®): a wide range of nociceptors are excited during the above-mentioned tasks, with potential consequences on subsequent trials: while a rest period was set between trials during the experimentation (also for limiting fatigue of patients' musculature), a specific time interval to reduce bias regarding previous stimulation of nociceptors should be identified. A common clinical choice for qualitative chair-side occlusal analysis and checkings, due to low cost and ease of application, is the articulating paper (which is the specific indicator evaluated in the present study) (Millstein, 1983;Sharma et al , 2013): its mode of action is represented by ink-release on occlusal surfaces, thus revealing upper and lower tooth contacts during clenching.…”

“…Occlusal marking media are important tools used to locate interferences and refine occlusal contacts in restorative and prosthodontics procedures (Sharma et al , 2013). The importance of occlusal control and optimization has been recently emphasized, for example in the prosthodontics discipline, for the preservation from fractures of new allceramic materials (Dittmer et al , 2011), or for increasing the success of implant-based restorations (Gore and Evlioglu, 2014).…”

“…Articulating papers represent a qualitative indicator used to reveal location and numbers of tooth contacts (Sharma et al , 2013); they are the most commonly adopted media in clinical practice to perform occlusal analysis due to their low cost and simplicity of application. When ink-based or dye-containing articulating papers are chosen, biting on them is required in order to visually disclose tooth contacts; this task involves the activation of the masticatory system and its related musculature.…”

Association between Psychological Distress and Occlusion among Temporomandibular Disorder Patients-A Clinical Study

“…Studies have reported that no demonstrable relation seen between paper mark area and occlusal force. [15,16] Hence, digital analysis provides additional information on occlusal contact pattern, including the quantification of force, sequence of contact, and occlusaldisocclusal timing. [17] Maness et al in the year 1987 reported the development of the prototype of a new computerized occlusal analysis device (T-Scan system; Sentek Crop, Boston, Mass).…”