Dynamics of Mastication in Dental Implants: From Brain to Bridge-A review

Authors

Apoorva S Department of Prosthodontics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi -110029.
Varun Wadhwani Department of Prosthodontics, Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi -110 002
Vaishnavi Rajaraman Department of Prosthodontics, Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai - 400614

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56501/intjprosthorehab.v3i1.267

Keywords:

Mastication; Dental implants; Perception; Somatosensory

Abstract

The introduction of osseointegrated dental implants has led to a tremendous development in oral rehabilitation during the last decades. Masticatory function is an important aspect in oral rehabilitation. It should aim to provide or restore appropriate and adequate function. An area that has experienced an impressive growth in knowledge is oral neuroscience. Various efforts have been made to compile this knowledge and understand management of mastication in patients with dental implants. The aim has always been to provide an insight into the various aspects related to masticatory function (including quality of life) and rehabilitation with dental implants. While there are many reviews on the same, this write up shall throw light on the technical aspects and the functional aspects, which have received relatively little focus. This innovative review is an attempt in that direction, that aims to bring oral neuroscience and implant dentistry closer together -‘from brain to bridge’.Particularly, the somatosensory and motor functions of the masticatory system have been studied extensively. To be able to better understand and further develop the functional aspects of dental implant therapies, it is imperative to take advantage of this knowledge.

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2022-06-13

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Apoorva S, Varun Wadhwani, & Vaishnavi Rajaraman. (2022). Dynamics of Mastication in Dental Implants: From Brain to Bridge-A review. International Journal of Prosthodontic Rehabilitation, 3(1), 12–16. https://doi.org/10.56501/intjprosthorehab.v3i1.267

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Vol. 3 No. 1 (2022): International Journal of Prosthodontic Rehabilitation

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