Question 261 · LDEK · Physiology of the masticatory system and occlusion

Choose consequences of loss of teeth in supporting zones in case of lack of prosthodontic treatment:

1) excessive approximation of mandible to the maxilla;
2) displacement of mandible condyle in the articular fossa;
3) discoordination of the masticatory muscles;
4) overload of the periodontium of all other teeth;
5) increase in the masticatory capacity.
Correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,5.
  2. B. 1,2.
  3. C. 1,2,3.
  4. D. 1,2,3,4.
  5. E. 1,2,3,5.
Hint

Loss of posterior support lowers the vertical dimension; trace its effect on the joints, the muscles and the remaining teeth.

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