Functional Occlusion: From TMJ to Smile Design

The world of functional occlusion and restorative dentistry is full of unique philosophies, differing approaches, and many myths and misconceptions. To sift through the noise and determine what’s genuinely going to offer the best outcomes on a challenging case can be extremely difficult. 

In his interdisciplinary text, Dr. Peter E. Dawson guides the reader through occlusal problems by providing balanced explanations of theories, philosophical approaches, and techniques. He also debunks common misconceptions with clear, practical discussion of their origins and the flaws in  arguments behind them. To supplement the thinking and further enhance this detailed look into the full masticatory system, the text includes hundreds of photographs, illustrations, and diagrams of occlusal problems and procedures for finding the ideal occlusion.