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Fig. 10: Buccal bite in molar area
Fig. 11: Buccal bite in anterior area
Fig. 12: Using rail system for buccal bite
Fig. 13: Accurate occlusal relationship
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tomove the camera (Fig. 12). If the buccal
bite moves along the rail of the “cross,”
then an accurate buccal bite can be
created to facilitate an accurate maxil-
lary and mandibular relationship. Figure
13 demonstrates how we can achieve an
accurate occlusal relationship for a full
arch with a “cross” for the buccal bite.
With theOmnicam, one should activate
RULES FOR BUCCAL BITE
1. Take the buccal bite on the prep or the
center of the model.
2. ActivatetheOmnicamwiththefootpedal.
3. Less is more in terms of images.
4. Do not rotate the camera. Only move
it in the X and Y planes.
5. Consider using a “cross” as a grid for
taking the buccal bite.
Withtheuseofarailsystemforimaging,
we are able to successfully create accurate
virtual models. Coupledwith the rules for
buccal bite, one can accurately relate the
maxillary and mandibular arches. This
attention to detail will allow for the fabri-
cation of dental restorations that require
less post-insertion adjustments.
For questions or more information,
Dr. Chagger can be reached at
bobby@chaggerdental.com.
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the camera for the buccal bite when it is
placed in the mouth; camera activation
can be accomplished with the Omnicam
foot pedal. This is done because the
Omnicammight capture the buccal bite as
it is introduced to the arch. Thefirst image
taken becomes the “path of insertion” for
the buccal bite. This incorrect path will
adversely affect the occlusal relationship.