Assessment of Total Occlusal Convergence for Crown Preparation: A Comparative Study
Khulud A Al-Aali, Abdulaziz A AlHelal, Roaa Y Hejazi, Haifa M Abuhaimed
Keywords :
Microscopes, Sight method, Taper, Total occlusal convergence
Citation Information :
Al-Aali KA, AlHelal AA, Hejazi RY, Abuhaimed HM. Assessment of Total Occlusal Convergence for Crown Preparation: A Comparative Study. World J Dent 2020; 11 (1):61-64.
Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the total occlusal convergence guessing by sight and ruler methods and compare with the snapshots for accuracy. Materials and methods: The methods used for total occlusal convergence (TOC) preparation were assessed among students, interns, and dental specialists after die preparation and compared with the snapshots for accuracy. Results: In all, 47% of the specialist’s observation achieved the recommended TOC angle, while 29.25% was obtained by undergraduates. Conclusion: In conclusion, specialist’s observation was better in both ruler and sight guessing methods compared to dental students and interns. Clinical significance: The abutment for dental prosthesis should have a minimal TOC, also called a taper, for adequate retention of the abutment.
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