Occlusion lies at the heart of everyday dentistry. Specialists, researchers, educators and practicing dentists hold diverse views on the subject. These views have evolved over time. As new tools arrive to view and evaluate occlusal data, such as intraoral scanning and digital jaw motion capture devices, thought leaders with an international perspective should be consulted to examine and process the data. This presentation focuses on the potential contributions to U.S. dental school thought from the Brazilian perspective, presented by a seasoned educator and author of a leading Portuguese textbook on occlusion.
Learning Objectives:
Describe how American-born philosophy has influenced other dental schools across the globe.
Articulate how Brazilian dental schools have blended American and Scandanavian occlusion philosophies.
Discuss how an approach that relies on students’ critical thinking deepens their understanding and can incorporate multiple philosophies.
