The face height in adult dentate humans. A discussion of physiological and prosthodontic principles illustrated through a case report.

The adaptability of the stomatognathic system to alterations in the vertical dimension is discussed based on scientific reports and clinical experience. A case is reported demonstrating the stability of a therapeutically induced increase in the occlusal vertical dimension over a 10 year period. In conclusion, it is stated that moderate alterations in the occlusal vertical dimension of patients are generally well tolerated if necessary for therapeutic measures.