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Centric relation, static and dynamic occlusion are less talked about than its actual importance in dentistry. Their relevance to different disciplines of odontology (general dentistry, conservative dentistry, orthodontics, prosthodontics, dental technicians) has been well documented. Numerous articles in scientific literature regarding the importance and necessity of interdisciplinary teamwork in dentistry to correct problems associated with occlusion has been documented. The centric occlusion and centric relation (CO CR) discrepancy is multifactorial with a degree of psychogenic influence varying throughout an individual's life with phases of symptoms affecting the quality of life. The current review highlights role of various disciplines in rectifying problems relating to discrepancy in centric occlusion and centric relation.
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