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Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question

Complete denture occlusion should be designed as:

  1. Maximum intercuspation regardless of centric relation
  2. Centric relation occlusion with bilateral balanced occlusion
  3. Group function with protrusive contacts
  4. Cuspid-protected occlusion
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Correct answer: B. Centric relation occlusion with bilateral balanced occlusion

  • A. Incorrect. Maximum intercuspation without centric relation recording leads to deflective contacts and instability.
  • B. Correct. Complete dentures require BILATERAL BALANCED OCCLUSION — simultaneous contact on BOTH sides in centric relation AND in all eccentric movements. This distributes forces evenly and prevents tipping or dislodgement during function.
  • C. Incorrect. Group function is for natural dentition or implant-supported restorations — not full dentures on mucosa.
  • D. Incorrect. Cuspid guidance creates tipping forces on complete dentures — not appropriate.

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