Meyer M. Silverman

Bio: Meyer M. Silverman is an academic researcher. The author has contributed to research in topics: Dimension (vector space) & Anterior teeth. The author has an hindex of 6, co-authored 8 publications receiving 310 citations.

The speaking method in measuring vertical dimension

Abstract: The speaking method of measuring vertical dimension is a physiologic phonetic method which measures vertical dimension by means of the closest speaking space. This space is measured before the loss of the remaining natural teeth to give us the patient's natural vertical dimension which can be recorded and used at later dates. The same closest speaking space should be reproduced in full dentures as is found in the natural dentition. This space is also the means of proving that vertical dimension must not be increased. It is advisable to measure and record the closest speaking space of all patients after they are past 20 years of age, for possible use in later years. For example, if we should feel that a certain patient might need occlusal reconstruction the measurement of the closest speaking space can be made which can be compared to the space existing in earlier years. If this space should be larger during later years in life, it could be assumed that the vertical dimension was decreased, and treatment needed to increase the vertical dimension with occlusal reconstruction. This is an assumption based on the hope and feeling that the speaking method with its closest speaking space will prove constant throughout life, as records seem to indicate at the present time. The measurement of vertical dimension by use of the speaking method with its closest speaking space has been found in my experience to be the missing link in successful full denture construction. It will prove most valuable to dentists doing occlusal reconstruction and to periodontists in the treatment of their patients.

The whistle and swish sound in denture patients

Abstract: The causes of certain abnormal sounds, such as the whistle and swish sounds, that occur in the speech of patients wearing fixed and removable restorations involving the anterior teeth have been described. In addition suggested forms of treatment for these undesirable conditions have been presented. Ideally, artificial teeth should be located in the same position as the natural teeth they replace for proper phonetics.

CAD/CAM fabricated complete dentures: concepts and clinical methods of obtaining required morphological data.

Abstract: The clinical impression procedures described in this article provide a method of recording the morphology of the intaglio and cameo surfaces of complete denture bases and also identify muscular and phonetic locations for the prosthetic teeth. When the CAD/CAM technology for fabricating complete dentures becomes commercially available, it will be possible to scan the denture base morphology and tooth positions recorded with this technique and import those data into a virtual tooth arrangement program where teeth can be articulated and then export the data to a milling device for the fabrication of the complete dentures. A prototype 3-D tooth arrangement program is described in this article that serves as an example of the type of program than can be used to arrange prosthetic teeth virtually as part of the overall CAD/CAM fabrication of complete dentures.

The speaking method in measuring vertical dimension

Abstract: The speaking method of measuring vertical dimension is a physiologic phonetic method which measures vertical dimension by means of the closest speaking space. This space is measured before the loss of the remaining natural teeth to give us the patient's natural vertical dimension which can be recorded and used at later dates. The same closest speaking space should be reproduced in full dentures as is found in the natural dentition. This space is also the means of proving that vertical dimension must not be increased. It is advisable to measure and record the closest speaking space of all patients after they are past 20 years of age, for possible use in later years. For example, if we should feel that a certain patient might need occlusal reconstruction the measurement of the closest speaking space can be made which can be compared to the space existing in earlier years. If this space should be larger during later years in life, it could be assumed that the vertical dimension was decreased, and treatment needed to increase the vertical dimension with occlusal reconstruction. This is an assumption based on the hope and feeling that the speaking method with its closest speaking space will prove constant throughout life, as records seem to indicate at the present time. The measurement of vertical dimension by use of the speaking method with its closest speaking space has been found in my experience to be the missing link in successful full denture construction. It will prove most valuable to dentists doing occlusal reconstruction and to periodontists in the treatment of their patients.

Palatine rugae and their significance in clinical dentistry: a review of the literature.

Abstract: Background The palatine rugae have interested dentists not only because of their typical pattern of orientation but also because of their usefulness as a reference landmark in various dental treatment modalities. The pattern of orientation is formed by the 12th to 14th week of prenatal life and remains stable until the oral mucosa degenerates after death. The palatine rugae possess unique characteristics that could be used in circumstances in which it is difficult to identify a dead person according to fingerprints or dental records. Types of Studies Reviewed The authors reviewed the literature by using key words regarding the anatomy, development, classification, clinical significance and forensic aspects of palatine rugae. Conclusion and Clinical Implications Palatine rugae are permanent and unique to each person, and clinicians and scientists can use them to establish identity through discrimination. If particular rugae patterns could be established for different ethnic groups, they would assist the forensic odontologist in the identification of a person. Because they are a stable landmark, the palatine rugae also can play a significant role in clinical dentistry.

Clinical assessment of vertical dimension

Abstract: Many methods of assessing and recording vertical jaw relations in edentulous patients have been presented and evaluated. When no accurate pre-extraction records exist, the dentist must rely upon esthetic appearance supplemented by aids which are often misleading.