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Not All Dentures Are Created
Equally!
Denture Occlusion
The design of the individual back teeth and how they
come together during normal function is called the occlusion.
Once the aesthetics are established
for the denture, there are a number
of options available when
choosing the type of occlusion used in the denture.
This is a choice traditionally left up to the dental professional.
But it is important to be informed, and to know that you do have
options.
For partial denture
wearers, creating a treatment
plan and determining the cost requires a
consultation appointment with an experienced denture professional.
The number and location of any existing, natural, posterior teeth
must be evaluated. And the condition of these back teeth can only
be determined by a dental professional, and
sometimes only after a complete set of dental x-rays are taken.
Most partial dentures
require a framework that attach to any natural teeth. The framework
provides the substructure for the partial denture and also provides
support so the partial is stable in the mouth. When artificial teeth
oppose natural teeth, it is not advisable to use porcelain teeth
since porcelain is more abrasive resistant than natural teeth, and
can prematurely wear or even damage the natural teeth. The occlusion
used for partials is determined by the existing natural teeth, and
the choices are generally limited to cusp or lingualized occlusion.
For full dentures, where
the denture wearer has no natural teeth, stability has always been
a major obstacle. The upper denture generally has no problem, since
the upper denture stays in place due to the suction of the palette.
But the lower denture is a different matter. The lower mouth consists
primarily of mobile tissue, and during normal function as the wearer
speaks and chews, the glands and muscles move and the lower denture
is easily dislodged. How a full denture functions and the stability
of the lower denture varies greatly depending on many factors; such
as the type of occlusion used, the quality of the materials, and
the denture professional doing the work. Most denture wearers are
not given a choice when determining the posterior tooth design and
occlusion that their denture will have. But, you do have a choice,
and Geneva Dental can help you make an informed decision.
Options available:
Cusp occlusion
dentures are generally made using 10 or 20 degree cusp
posteriors. They are the standard in the industry,
and have been for many years. All manufacturers of
denture teeth make cusp occlusion
denture teeth. The materials and quality of these teeth vary
greatly from each manufacturer. The highest quality available from
Geneva Dental are the Bonartics which are available in both
porcelain and a hardened resin material.
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Pros
Dentures made using cusp occlusion are available
from any dental professional that offers dentures in their
office. They are the most common and can be made, repaired,
or replaced by most dental professionals.
Standard cusp occlusion can be used in full
or partial dentures.
The cost range varies greatly for these dentures,
but they are generally the least expensive of all dentures,
and most dental insurance plans will cover the cost of dentures
made with this occlusion.
A Geneva Smile Design Denture with cusp occlusion
can be made using Bonartic posteriors.
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Cons
The quality of cusp occlusion teeth varies
greatly from different manufacturers. The cheaper one are
generally made of poor quality synthetic materials which discolor
and are not wear resistant.
For a full denture this type of occlusion
usually requires the use of denture adhesive to hold the lower
denture in place.
A cusp occlusion denture, that is covered
by insurance, is generally made with materials that are of
inferior quality and have poor aesthetics and function.
Since any dentist, even ones with little or
no experience can deliver a standard denture with cusp occlusion,
it requires more research to find a qualified dental professionals.
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Lingualized
occlusion using an anatomically accurate posterior
tooth is a standard for premium dentures and is more popular
in some European countries. The steep cusp of the tooth with
a lingualized setup helps to create a more efficient chewing
mechanism and stabile
lower denture.
Available for lingualized occlusion from Geneva Dental are
the porcelain Condyloform and the New
Condyloform ll NFC.
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Pros
Can be used in full or partial dentures.
Natural morphology and color
Can be made so the occlusion is balanced
and the lower denture is more stabile.
Now available from Geneva Dental in a new
Nanofilled composite material the Condyloform ll NFC. This
posterior tooth is made from the same material used for modern
dental fillings and crown and bridge cases. The strength of
the material makes it the ideal tooth for implant supported
over-dentures, combination cases, as well as full dentures.
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Cons
Only available from an experienced denture
professionals.
Requires advance training for the lab technician
to set up lingualized occlusion.
Is usually priced more than a standard cusp
occlusion denture.
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Geneva
2000™
AutoCentric Occlusion
Linear (Non-Interceptive) Occlusion
uses Geneva 2000™
AutoCentric™
posteriors developed at the Swissedent Foundation over
35 years ago. Clinical research has shown that Geneva 2000™
AutoCentric™
Occlusion offers better lower denture stability and
is often times the only solution for problem cases,
such as major bone loss on the lower part of the mouth due
to long term use of poor fitting dentures. This occlusion
system is only available from Geneva Dental and Swissedent
trained professionals.
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Pros
- Lower Denture Stability
- Less Discomfort
- More Chewing Force
- Denture adhesive is not
necessary
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Cons
A limited number of professionals are trained
in this procedures.
Only available for full dentures. Teeth
are only available in porcelain and from Geneva Dental.
The morphology of the AutoCentric™
teeth are not like natural teeth.
Chewing requires some getting used to,
and the wearer may have trouble chewing some foods such as
lettuce.
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Geneva 2000™
AutoCentric™
Occlusion
dentures will be more
stable in the mouth, and food won't get trapped underneath during
meals, even in people with little or no lower ridge.
Clinical studies have shown that
80% of all denture patients want more than what standard dentures
have to offer. This same clinical research indicates that when introduced
to Geneva 2000™
Smile Design Dentures with AutoCentric Occlusion, six out of ten
patients choose Geneva 2000™.
Wearers with poorly made cusp occlusion
dentures continue to try and cope by covering there mouth when they
smile, shying away from social events where they may be embarrassed
by a loose or slipping denture, and they continue to use denture
adhesives to try and hold them in place. And the use of denture
adhesive usually means a poor fitting denture. Such dentures can
cause trauma, eventually leading to bone loss which can lead to
an even more unstable denture and countless returns to a dentist
for relines and adjustments creating an endless cycle of discomfort,
pain and frustration.
 
A natural looking smile, however, is not the only beauty of Geneva
2000™
dentures. Many unfortunate patients have withstood the pain and
discomfort of generic dentures, accepting them as a painful, but
necessary way of life.
Not so with patients who are fitted with dentures made with
the Geneva 2000™ Dentures with AutoCentric™ occlusion . Patients have happily discovered
that exceptional comfort is the true beauty of these unique dentures. Through
over 30 years of clinical research, Geneva Dental is very pleased
to report a near 100% satisfaction rate.
Patients who have been fitted with
Geneva 2000™
Dentures with AutoCentric™
occlusion have made the following remarks:
"I love the look and
feel of these dentures."
"Chewing is much more comfortable."
"I have less discomfort and more stability."
No Longer Must Dentures
Cause You Pain and Embarrassment.
Geneva 2000™
Smile Design Dentures with AutoCentric Occlusion Are Designed
To Help You Lead a More Healthy, Comfortable and Full Life.
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Tel: (800)GENEVA-7
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