Mounting should include pre-trimming the models, using bite registration, and ensuring occlusion.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is pre-trimming dental study models important before mounting them on an articulator?
- What problems might occur if the bases of the models are uneven or not trimmed correctly?
- How would an inaccurate or distorted bite registration affect the final mounted models?
- How can incorrect mounting lead to an inaccurate representation of a patient’s bite?
- Why is accurate mounting of study models important for diagnosis and treatment planning?