Define Immediate sideshift
When the lateral translation movement occurs before the condyle translates from the fossa
Define Progressive sideshift
The progressive lateral translation movement of the condyle in a downward, forward, and inward (medial) direction.
The more severe the immediate side shift, …?
The shorter the posterior cusps and the wider are the fossa & grooves
Immediate sideshift + Progressive sideshift = ?
Bennett movement
An increase in Vertical Overlap results in what?
More of a vertical component to mandibular movement and steeper posterior cusps
An increase in Horizontal Overlap results in what?
Less vertical displacement of the mandible and flatter posterior cusps.
T or F, The exact morphology of a posterior tooth is influenced by the pathway it travels across its opposing tooth or teeth
True