Have you ever wondered why, after prepping a second molar for a crown, the occlusal of the prep is in contact with the opposing tooth? Altering a tooth’s chewing surface impacts the entire stomatognathic system and can affect restorative success, comfort and patient trust. This session explores everyday occlusal challenges and how appliance therapy can support diagnosis, treatment and predictable restorative outcomes. Attendees will identify signs of occlusal disease, explore centric relation and anterior guidance and learn bite splint treatment protocols and strategies for managing occlusion in restorative practice.
Note: Lunch will be on your own from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.