occlusal analysis

analysis /anal·y·sis/ (ah-nal´ĭ-sis) pl. anal´yses  

1. separation into component parts; the act of determining the component parts of a substance.

2. psychoanalysis.analyt´icanalyt´ical

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bite analysis  occlusal a.

blood gas analysis  the determination of oxygen and carbon dioxide concentrations and pressures with the pH of the blood by laboratory tests; the following measurements may be made: Po2, partial pressure of oxygen in arterial blood; Pco2, partial pressure of carbon dioxide in arterial blood; So2, percent saturation of hemoglobin with oxygen in arterial blood; the total CO2 content of (venous) plasma; and the pH.

gasometric analysis  analysis by measurement of the gas evolved.

gravimetric analysis  quantitative analysis in which the analyte or a derivative is determined by weighing after purification.

occlusal analysis  study of the relations of the occlusal surfaces of opposing teeth.

qualitative analysis  chemical analysis in which the presence or absence of certain compounds in a specimen is determined.

quantitative analysis  determination of the proportionate quantities of the constituents of a compound.

pulse-chase analysis  a method for examining a cellular process occurring over time by successively exposing the cells to a radioactive compound (pulse) and then to the same compound in nonradioactive form (chase).

spectroscopic analysis , spectrum analysis that done by determining the wavelength(s) at which electromagnetic energy is absorbed by the sample.

transactional analysis  a type of psychotherapy based on an understanding of the interactions (transactions) between patient and therapist and between patient and others in the environment.

vector analysis  analysis of a moving force to determine both its magnitude and its direction, e.g., analysis of the scalar electrocardiogram to determine the magnitude and direction of the electromotive force for one complete cycle of the heart.

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occlusal analysis

n.

A study of the relationships of the occlusal surfaces of opposing teeth, including the effect these relationships have on related structures. Also called bite analysis.

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analysis (nal´isis),

n a separation into component parts.

analysis, anthropometric

n a study of the human body that uses such tools as body mass index, basal metabolic rate, bioelectrical impedance, and dual energy radiograph absorptiometry, along with measurements of skinfold thickness and arm muscle circumference, to assess the structure, form, and composition of the body for purposes of comparison.

analysis, bite mark,

n a technique in forensic dentistry for comparing a bite mark to a dental cast for purposes of identifying the person who made the mark.

analysis, cephalometric

n the evaluation of the growth pattern or morphologic conoval of teeth, modification of the contour after the removal of teeth, and preparation of the oral cavity for dentures.

analysis, dietary,

n a comparison of an individual's typical food choices with those recommended in the Food Guide Pyramid; deviations are noted, and recommendations are given.

analysis, occlusal,

n a study of the relations of the occlusal surfaces of the opposing teeth and their functional harmony.

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occlusal,

adj pertaining to the contacting surfaces of opposing occlusal units (teeth or occlusion rims). Pertaining to the masticating surfaces of the posterior teeth.

occlusal adjustment,

n See adjustment, occlusal.

occlusal analysis,

n See analysis, occlusal.

occlusal balance,

n See balanced occlusion.

occlusal contacts,

n.pl See contacts, deflective occusal and contact, interceptive occlusal.

occlusal contouring,

n See contouring, occlusal.

occlusal correction,

n See correction, occlusal.

occlusal curvature,

n See curve of occlusion.

occlusal disharmony,

n See disharmony, occlusal.

occlusal disturbances,

n.pl See disturbances, occlusal.

occlusal embrasure,

n See embrasure, occlusal.

occlusal equilibration,

n See equilibration, occlusal.

occlusal force,

n See force, occlusal.

occlusal form,

n See form, occlusal.

occlusal function,

n See function, heavy.

occlusal glide,

See glide, occlusion.

occlusal guard,

n See occlusal splint.

occlusal harmony,

n See harmony, occlusal.

occlusal load,

n See load, occlusal.

occlusal path,

n See path, occlusal.

occlusal path registration,

n See path, occlusal.

occlusal pattern,

n See pattern, occlusal.

occlusal perception,

See perception, occlusal.

occlusal pivot,

n See pivot, occlusal.

occlusal plane,

n See plane, occlusal.

occlusal position,

See position, occlusal.

occlusal prematurities

n premature contact of the occlusal surfaces of opposing teeth.

occlusal pressure,

n See pressure, occlusal.

occlusal recontouring,

n See contouring, occlusal.

occlusal rest,

n See position, rest.

occlusal splint,

n (occlusal guard) a bite plane designed and fabricated for patients with some types of functional temporomandibular joint disorders. Provides a stable occlusal platform from which to reconstruct a functional occlusion. See also splint.

occlusal stop,

n See rest, occlusal.

occlusal surface,

n See surface, occlusal.

occlusal system,

n See system, occlusal.

occlusal table,

n See table, occlusal.

occlusal template,

n See template, occlusal.

occlusal therapy,

n a treatment to establish and maintain a comfortable, stable, and functional occlusion for patients with one of several types of occlusal problems. Treatment may be limited to the teeth, the neuromuscular mechanisms of chewing, or a combination of both.

occlusal trauma,

n See trauma, occlusal.

occlusal unit,

n one of two kinds of cusps: (1) a stamp cusp coupled with a fossa, and (2) a shear cusp. The occlusal edges of the shear cusp are coupled with the edges of a stamp cusp, by which it passes closely without sliding contacts.

occlusal vertical dimension (OVD)

n the distance between a point on a maxillary tooth and a point on the opposing mandibular tooth during occlusion; several methods are used to determine this measurement, including specific facial measurements that have been proven to be equal to the OVD.

occlusal wear,

n See wear, occlusal.