Contacts and Occlusion

12/12/24

By:

Jerry Ragle, CDT

High crown, tight or open contacts? Follow the flow chart to see what creates the discrepancy and how to avoid and correct.

This simple flow chart was designed by a dentist and technician back in the 90's to guide the practioner and the laboratory to a quick resolve of the issue and make adjustments accordingly. Although this was originally designed back when stone and pinned dies were used, it is still relevant today for the digital restoration. Click PDF for a print file.