In this video Dr. Mark Kleive explains and demonstrates the crow's foot pattern created during excursive and protrusive movements of the mandible. Understanding this pattern is integral in adjusting the occlusion on an anatomic appliance. Read More

Dr. Mark Kleive demonstrates fabrication of an acrylic shell for an anatomic (Tanner) appliance. In this video, the acrylic is now ready to remove from the former and be moved to the articulator. Once placed over the lower model, it is important to trim and shape the acrylic to minimize adjustment after it is set. It is also imperative to imprint the acrylic Read More

Dr. Mark Kleive of Black Mountain, NC demonstrates setting up the models and articulator for fabrication of an anatomic bite splint ( Tanner Style Appliance) in this video. Read More

In This video Dr. Mark Kleive demonstrates mixing acrylic to fabricate a hard upper or lower occlusal appliance. I find acrylic still is the most versatile material from which to make occlusal appliances. Read More

In this segment Dr, Mark Kleive demonstrates trimming the acrylic shell using a Scotchbrite wheel on a lathe. The lathe is an efficient and effective way to not only remove the gross excess of acrylic, but as you will see also a great tool to great the initial shape of the posterior and anterior segments of the appliance. Read More