Question 135 · LDEK · Complete dentures

Cheek biting in patients with complete dentures may result from:

  1. A. increased vertical occlusal dimension.
  2. B. reduced vertical occlusal dimension.
  3. C. inaccurate finishing and polishing.
  4. D. incorrectly registered central relation.
  5. E. incorrect relation of the dental arches in the posterior-lateral region.
Hint

Consider how the upper buccal cusps normally hold the cheek away from the occlusal table of the posterior teeth.

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