elastic deformation

deformation [de″for-ma´shun]

1. deformity, especially an alteration in shape or structure.

2. the process of adapting in shape or form.

elastic deformation temporary elongation of tissue when a prolonged force has been applied. See also creep.

plastic deformation permanent elongation of tissue when a prolonged nondisruptive mechanical force has been applied. See also creep.

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elastic deformation,

n reversible deformation of tissue.

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deformation (dē´fôrmā´shn),

n a distortion; a disfigurement.

deformation, elastic,

n the change in shape of an object under an applied load from which the object can recover or return to its original unloaded state when the load is removed.

deformation, inelastic,

n a deformation occurring when a material is stressed beyond its elastic limit.

deformation, permanent,

n a deformation occurring beyond the yield point so that the structure will not return to its original dimensions after removal of the applied force.

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elastic,

adj referring to property of a solid substance that permits recovery of its shape after a deformation resulting from force application.

elastic deformation,

n See deformation, elastic.

elastic impression,

n See impression, elastic.

elastic, intermaxillary,

n See elastic, maxillomandibular.

elastic, intramaxillary,

n an elastic band used within either the maxillary or mandibular arch.

elastic limit,

n See limit, elastic.

elastic, maxillomandibular,

n an elastic band used between the maxillary and mandibular dentitions.

elastic memory,

n 1. the property of a material such as wax that enables it, after being warmed, bent, and cooled, to return to its original form upon rewarming.
n 2. a rubber plastic band used to apply force to the teeth.