Why Is Axiography Important?
Every person’s jaw moves differently. Axiography helps identify these individual movement patterns when planning dental treatment and designing crowns and prostheses. This allows dentists to consider not only the aesthetics of your smile but also functional comfort and chewing efficiency.
The examination may also be recommended for patients experiencing jaw pain, painful clicking sounds, or difficulty opening their mouths.
How Is the Examination Performed?
The dentist positions specialized sensors and asks the patient to perform a few simple jaw movements. The device transmits the recorded data to a computer for further analysis.
The procedure requires no injections and involves no X-ray radiation.
Supporting Individualized Treatment Planning
Axiography results complement the clinical examination and help the dentist develop an individualized treatment plan based on the patient’s functional characteristics.
The need for this examination is determined during a dental consultation.