Implant Occlusion

The relationship between maxilla and mandible is of the utmost importance when choosing an appropriate concept of occlusion for therapy that involves dental implants. The condition of the opposing jaw influences the concept chosen. The importance of equalizing the forces in both jaws is extremely important. The objectives of implant occlusion are to minimize overload on the bone-implant interface and implant prosthesis, to maintain implant load within the physiological limits of individualized occlusion, and finally to provide long-term stability of implants and implant prostheses.