Occlusal Adjustment
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)
Year introduced: 1997
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Tree Number(s): E06.658.578.200
MeSH Unique ID: D019558
Entry Terms:
- Adjustment, Occlusal
- Adjustments, Occlusal
- Occlusal Adjustments
- Occlusal Equilibration
- Equilibrations, Occlusal
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