Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 83, Issue 2 , Pages 158-160 , February 2000

Mandibular centricity: Centric relation

  • Curtis M. Becker, DDS, MSD

      Affiliations

    • Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
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  • David A. Kaiser, DDS, MSD

      Affiliations

    • Associate Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
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  • Conrad Schwalm, DDS, MSD

      Affiliations

    • Private Practice, Rockville, Md.

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Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 83, Issue 2 , Pages 158-160 , February 2000