Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
When making a new prosthesis, what can happen when you increase the vertical dimension?
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Correct answer: B. Sore muscles and TMJ discomfort
- A. Increased VDO is not classically linked to increased Candida proliferation; that is more related to poor denture hygiene/fit (denture stomatitis) rather than VDO change itself.
- B. Correct. Over-increasing the vertical dimension places the masticatory muscles in a stretched, less efficient position, often leading to muscle soreness, fatigue, and TMJ discomfort.
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