Revisiting the functionally generated path technique: is this an aid to predictable digital occlusal design? Part 2. The technique

Abstract

The precision of the occlusal scheme is paramount to the production of a successful fixed restoration(s) and its long-term success. The provision of the correct occlusal scheme is one of the requirements when working conformatively, whether in analogue or digital format. Part 1 highlighted occlusal schemes that provide difficulties using established techniques in arriving at a predictable restoration requiring minimal occlusal adjustments chairside. Part 2 introduces the theory of the functionally generated path (FGP) technique. Two cases involving implant-retained restorations are used to highlight the benefit of adopting this technique into the digital workflow in the provision of occlusally precise restorations. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This article describes the value of the functionally generated path technique, when working digitally, for recording the occlusion for implant-retained restorations.