Category: O

Any contact of opposing teeth that occurs before the desirable intercuspation.  

An imaginary plane formed by the incisal edges of the anterior teeth and the occlusal cusps of the posteriorteeth. The plane represents the curvature formed by these edges. The surface of wax occlusal rims used for removable partial and complete dentures that simulates the incisal edges of the anterior teeth and the occlusal cusps of…

A raised area placed on the occlusal surface of a tooth (usually on a molar) that acts as a fulcrum and limits mandibular full closure, thereby inducing rotation of the lower jaw.  

The form or design of the masticatory surfaces of a tooth or teeth based on natural, modified anatomic or nonanatomic teeth. The appearance and anatomical location of the occluding surfaces of teeth.  

Application of occlusal loading, through function or parafunction, in excess of what the prosthesis, implant component, or osseointegrated interface is capable of withstanding without structural or biologic damage.  

The restoration is in occlusal contact with the opposing dentition in maximal intercuspal position and/or excursions.  

Force factor involved with occlusal or masticatory function and the resultant loading of underlying teeth, implants or bone.  

Force applied to natural or prosthetic teeth, implants, and surrounding structures by the elevator muscles of the mandible.  

Any tooth contact that inhibits the remaining occluding surfaces from achieving stable and harmonious contacts.  

Record of the intraoral horizontal maxillomandibular relationship. Facial and/or buccal surfaces may also be recorded for repositioning artificial teeth, pontics, or veneers in the laboratory.