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| Figure 2. Observe how one (or 2) restorations in hyperocclusion (left “high”) will deflect the mandible forward when fully closing (see Figure 1). |
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| Figure 3. When posterior teeth grind against each other in lateral movements as in group function, excessive wear will occur. |
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| Figure 4. When a patient has an anterior open bite, the posterior teeth will grind against each other in lateral movements, generating signs and symptoms of occlusal disease. |
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| Figure 5. The appropriate amount of overjet will allow the mandible to have the natural forward swing (envelope of function), without interference. |
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| Figure 6. Typical appearance of “thinning” of teeth due to a violation of the envelope of function. |