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Terme préférentiel

Occlusal Adjustment  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Définition

  • Selective grinding of occlusal surfaces of the teeth in an effort to eliminate premature contacts and occlusal interferences; to establish optimal masticatory effectiveness, stable occlusal relationships, direction of main occlusal forces, and efficient multidirectional patterns, to improve functional relations and to induce physiologic stimulation of the masticatory system; to eliminate occlusal trauma; to eliminate abnormal muscle tension; to aid in the stabilization of orthodontic results; to treat periodontal and temporomandibular joint problems; and in restorative procedures. (From Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)

Concept générique

Synonyme(s)

  • Occlusal Equilibration

Traductions

  • français

  • Ajustement de l'occlusion
  • Équilibration occlusale
  • Stabilisation occlusale

URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-P2168JCH-T

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RDF/XML TURTLE JSON-LD Date de création 13/06/1996, dernière modification le 29/07/2004