
Objective. In this study we tried to notice the differences in the number and type of occlusal contacts present in patients with Angle Class I and Class-II malocclusions. Materials and methods. For this study were examined 30 patients with Angle Class I and Class-II malocclusions. Identification of the number and type of occlusal contacts was made both clinically and with the help of study casts mounted in an semiadjustable articulator. Results and discussion. In the Angle Class I malocclusion average total number of occlusal contacts was 36.93 and in Angle Class-II malocclusion was 31.46 contacts. Most occlusal contacts identified were side cusp – side fossa type. Following statistical analysis we did not fi nd significant differences between the two classes of malocclusions, in terms of total number of occlusal contacts. Conclusions. The total number of occlusal contacts does not differ depending on the malocclusion class, but there are differences between the number of contacts occurring within certain groups of posterior teeth. In order to have findings with practical application it is necessary to carry out more studies on the type and number of occlusal contacts that may occur in individuals with malocclusions.
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