The rapid and imbalanced loss of dental structures at an early age many a times creates complex situations for dental therapy. Multiple alternatives exist and the options to rehabilitate mutilated teeth which are available today can put the clinician in a dilemma. This lecture will present a number of cases where the lost occlusion is recreated using a multi disciplinary approach. Fundamentals of occlusion will be dealt with and when and how to restore the lost vertical dimension will be addressed. The sequence for the rehabilitation will be discussed with be discussed with the pros and cons of various schools of thought.
