Functional Aesthetic Dentistry: How to Achieve Predictable Aesthetic Results Using Principles of a Stable Occlusion

This book provides comprehensive guidance for dentists to understand functional occlusion and offers a systematic approach for delivering predictable, natural, and long-lasting aesthetic results.

Key Features:

• Functional Aesthetics & Occlusion:
  • Clear explanation of the concepts of functional aesthetics, functional occlusion, and the envelope of function.
  • Describes a coherent method for achieving optimal form and function in dental treatment.

Detailed Guidance:

• 12 Stages of a Complete Examination:
  • Each stage is carefully explained, with the rationale behind each step.
• Acquiring Diagnostic Records:
  • Full guidance on obtaining perfect impressions.
  • Facebow transfer, centric relation bite record, and digital photographs for accurate diagnosis.
• Incisal Edge Position:
  • Detailed method for correctly determining the incisal edge position.
  • Explanation of its importance in aesthetics, function, and phonetics.
• Treatment Planning Process:
  • Step-by-step description of how to develop an effective treatment plan.
• Restoration Preparation & Fabrication:
  • Detailed guidance on preparation design and fabrication of restorations.

Final Benefit:

• This book is an invaluable resource for achieving consistent aesthetic results grounded in stable occlusion.