Are you confident when increasing the vertical dimension?

How do you plan, stage, and sequence a full-mouth case safely?

What’s the right deprogramming method—leaf gauge, Kois appliance, or something else?

Dr. David Bloom joins Jaz in this powerhouse episode to demystify the real-world process of increasing vertical dimension. With decades of experience in comprehensive dentistry, David shares how he approaches diagnosis, bite records, temporization, and final restorations—with predictability and confidence.

Protrusive Dental Pearl: Pick one occlusal philosophy and stick with it until you understand it well through real cases. Once you’re confident, stay open to other approaches—hearing different views will make you smarter, more flexible, and a better dentist.

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Key Takeaways

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If you found this episode valuable, you’ll definitely want to watch PDP197: Vertical Dimension – Don’t Be Scared!, part of Occlusion Month.

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This episode is eligible for 0.75 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance. 

This episode meets GDC Outcomes B and C.

AGD Subject Code: 180 OCCLUSION (Occlusal therapy)

Aim:

To provide clinicians with a comprehensive understanding of how to safely and predictably increase the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO) for restorative cases, using a diagnostic-driven, conservative, and patient-centred approach.

Dentists will be able to: