DENT 7317 - Fixed Prosthodontics IV

This is an introductory course into complex restorative dentistry. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the interrelationship between occlusal principles and the restorative process, treatment sequencing the multi-disciplinary case and the proper application of restorative materials. Specifically, students will be introduced to a rationale for the utilization of centric relation as a treatment position and gain experience in identifying and recording this position in the clinical setting. They will be introduced to a protocol for performing a trial equilibration and a diagnostic wax-up, both as important tools in helping to achieve more predictable and esthetically pleasing treatment outcomes.