Mandibular kinematics

Mandibular kinematics

In the conventional workflow of prosthetic and restorative dentistry, the patient's mandibular kinematics are usually recorded using devices such as the gothic arch, pantograph or axiograph, in order to then, when transferring it to the mechanical articulator, simulate the patient's real movements there (figure 1).

FIGURE 1. Registration of the mandibular kinematics using a pantograph.

However, in the digital workflow of prosthetic and restorative dentistry, devices that allow to record the mandibular kinematics in a virtual way have been developed. Nevertheless, these devices have certain shortcomings: long assembly times, difficulties to use, high cost, etc. Therefore, the aim of this research line is to develop and validate a device for recording mandibular kinematics that meets the technical and economic needs of the current market.

The progress made to date in this research line has been disseminated through articles published in scientific journals and communications presented at international congresses.

Communications in congresses

International Congress

International Joint Conference on Mechanics, Design Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing (JCM 2016)

When and where

From: 14/09/2016 To: 16/09/2016, 00:00 - 00:00

Description

Catania, Italy

Communication information

  • Title: A new method to capture the jaw movement
  • Authors: Lander Barrenetxea, Eneko Solaberrieta, Mikel Iturrate, Jokin Gorozika