Predisposition Index of Braly and Maxwell for Tooth Fracture

Are you trying to determine the risk of tooth to become fractured?

Age of the patient

Is there evidence of excessive contact of posterior cusps during eccentric jaw movements?

Does the tooth have a large, internally retained restoration?

Does the tooth show evidence of attrition, abrasion, and/or erosion?

Does the tooth show a steep cusp/deep groove occlusal morphology?

Does the patient have a history of 'breaking' teeth?

Does the patient give a history of multiple dental restorations?

Tooth being examined