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  • Title: Physiologic occlusion vs pathologic occlusion and rationale for treatment.
    Author: Yaffe A, Hochman N, Ehrlich J.
    Journal: Compend Contin Educ Dent; 1996 Nov; 17(11):1093-7; quiz 1098. PubMed ID: 9161144.
    Abstract:
    Treatment concepts in dentistry are generally based on a preconceived normal state derived from clinical observation and theories rather than scientific evidence. Before treatment is proposed, the clinician should observe physiologic signs and symptoms to determine the presence of a particular pathology. This article presents different theories of occlusion, diagnostic characteristics that can be used to distinguish between physiologic occlusion and pathologic occlusion requiring treatment, and guidelines for reconstructive occlusal therapy.
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