Orthodontics at the crossroads: A closer look at occlusion, temporomandibular disorders and the role of cutting-edge technology
The field of orthodontics presents a formidable challenge in the diagnosis and treatment of achieving a harmonious, esthetic, healthy, and stable occlusion. Conventionally, in orthodontics, dental models are not mounted in articulators, and occlusion is assessed in maximum intercuspidation (MI). This approach often neglects the biomechanics of the temporomandibular joint.