Syllabus
Lectures
Matter of the subject gnathology. Occlusion (static, dynamic). Basic gnathological terms. (Vavrickova 3)
TMJ anatomy and movements. Chewing cycle. Occlusal forces applied on a tooth. (Vavrickova 3)
Principles of the mutually protected occlusion, unilaterally balanced occlusion, bilaterally balanced occlusion. Basic criteria of the optimally functional occlusion. (Vavrickova 3)
Determinants of the occlusal morphology. (Vavrickova 3)
Articulators. Face-bow. (Vavrickova 3)
Diagnosis and treatment protocol for patient with compromised occlusion. (Vavrickova 3)
Functional analysis of TMJ. (Vavrickova 3)
Occlusal splints, usage, materials, working procedure, verticalisation, temporary restorations. (Vavrickova 3)
Parafunctions-etiology, classification, clinical approaches. (Vavrickova 3)
Classification of orthodontic anomalies. (Weberova 1)
Prosthodontic treatment for orthodontic anomaly. (Vavrickova 2)
Practical courses & seminars
Lecturers
Ondrej Heneberk, MDDr.
Dita Dufkova, M.D.
Pavel Krupka, M.D.
Lenka Vavrickova, M.D., Ph.D.
Eliska Wurfelova, MDDr.
Practical courses
Examination of patient´s orofacial system.
Practical handling with the face-bow.
Vertical dimensional occlusion and horizontal relation between mandible and maxilla
Programming of the semi-adjustable articulator.
Functional analysis of TMJ.
Annotation
Basics of gnathology, masticatory forces, modes of their translation, movement of the lower jaw. Examination in gnathology, diagnostics and therapy of basic disorders.