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Facebow records
The temporomandibular joint is a joint that connects your jawbone to the skull. This joint has an important role in chewing, swallowing, talking, breathing, and keeping your head stable. These essential functions are performed by jaw movements, and they are recorded with the help of a device called a Facebow.
What is a Facebow?
A facebow is a device used to obtain jaw relations in dentistry. It consists of an inner metal bow fitted over the teeth and an outer metal or plastic bow around the face.and it is used to transfer the jaw relationship to an articulator. The facebow is then attached to the articulator, a device reproducing some or all of the jaw movements.
What are the Indications for a Facebow?
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Diagnosis of destructive occlusal interferences and occlusal disease
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Treatment planning with anatomy compatible with the biological system for chewing efficiency, occlusal stability, and patient comfort.
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Seamless laboratory communication of functional and esthetic concerns or goals for full-mouth rehabilitation.
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Baseline records to document procedures performed.
What are the Benefits of using a Facebow?
A facebow is an important tool in dentistry that can be used for a variety of purposes, from correcting bite problems to improving the appearance of teeth.
A facebow is a dental device that helps to position the teeth and jaw for treatment.
Facebows can be used to help correct bite problems, such as overbites and underbites, and relieves jaw-joint problems.
They can also be used to help with speech problems and to improve the appearance of the teeth.
Facebows are usually made of metal or plastic and are adjustable to fit different sizes of faces.
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