occlusal balance


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oc·clu·sal bal·ance

a condition in which simultaneous contacts of the occluding units of the opposing dental arches in centric and eccentric positions are present within the functional range.
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

oc·clu·sal bal·ance

(ŏ-klūzăl balăns)
Condition in which simultaneous contacts of occluding units of opposing dental arches in centric and eccentric positions are present within functional range.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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* Occlusal balance (identification premature contacts and interferences; methods of repositioning the mandible; selective polishing);
Occlusion traumatic and Iatrogenic factors
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