Question 28 · LDEK · Occlusion
The occlusal vertical dimension in dentate patients is defined as:
- A. interocclusal distance measured in the midline in the central relation position.
- B. interocclusal distance measured in the midline in the central occlusion.
- C. interocclusal distance measured in the area of the first premolar in the central relation position.
- D. interocclusal distance measured in the area of the second premolar in the central relation position.
- E. interocclusal distance measured in the area of the first premolar in the central occlusion.
Hint
Vertical dimension of occlusion in dentate patients is set by tooth contacts — at which point and in which mandibular position is it measured?
The answer, the explanation and a note on every option are available once you log in. The account is free: topic tests, a mock exam, mistake review and statistics.
More questions on Prosthodontics
- Indicate the complications that may occur during preparation of the abutment tooth for fixed prosthetic restorations:
- Which of the following structures have their attachment in the temporomandibular joint articular disc?
- Indicate the landmarks of the upper mucosa-supported removable partial denture bearing area in the case of partial edentulous spaces:
- Temporomandibular disorder diagnosis mainly relies on:
- The disinfection of dental impressions taken with zinc oxide-eugenol impression materials in 2% glutaraldehyde solution is conducted as follows:
- Which of the characteristics of dental ceramic is not advantageous?