Impact of Two Occlusal Schemes in Implant Retained Mandibular Overdenture on the Masticatory Efficiency

Dentures designed under this scheme feature a fully bilateral balanced articulation, ensuring bilateral, simultaneous contact of the anterior and posterior denture teeth in both centric and eccentric positions. This occlusal scheme is aimed at promoting stability and functionality of the dentures during various mandibular movements.

This scheme utilizes zero-degree teeth to create a flat occlusal plane, which is designed to simplify the occlusal contacts and minimize the transmission of lateral forces during mastication. The aim is to improve masticatory efficiency by reducing the complexity of tooth contact