Progress on Accuracy of Static Virtual Interocclusal Record

doi:10.13701/j.cnki.kqyxyj.2026.05.001

Abstract

Abstract: With the boom in digital dentistry, accurate acquisition of the patient's maxillomandibular relationship has become a prerequisite for formulating and implementing restorative plans. Although conventional occlusal records are relatively well-established, they still have limitations such as complex procedures, prolonged chairside time, and poor patient comfort. Static virtual interocclusal record can partially mitigate these deficiencies, but its accuracy and influencing factors still require further investigation. This article reviews the recording methods of static virtual interocclusal record, as well as the factors influencing its accuracy and the evaluation methods, aiming to provide a reference for their clinical application.

Key words: virtual interocclusal record, accuracy, influencing factors, evaluation methods

SHI Shuqi, LI Fenglan. Progress on Accuracy of Static Virtual Interocclusal Record[J]. Journal of Oral Science Research, 2026, 42(5): 363-367.

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