The occlusal compass: understanding function at the posterior teeth

Vol. 13 – Number 49 – 2021 NOTEBOOK PLS Prosthesis Column Page 111-118 The occlusal compass: understanding function at the posterior teeth Giovani Forgerini¹ Artur Soto¹ Mauricio Malheiros Badaró² Hilton Riquieri² Janós Makó³ Analucia Philippi² Abstract The knowledge of dental anatomy associated with occlusion allows the fabrication of adequate sculptures, decreasing the necessity of expensive clinical adjustments. Descriptors: Dental Occlusion, waxing, dental anatomy. ¹ Undergraduate student – ​​UFSC. ² Prof. – UFSC. ³ TPD. DOI: 10.24077/2021;1349-111118