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The interdental space that is coronal to the interproximal contact between adjacent, contacting teeth in the same arch. The embrasure marked by the marginal ridge on the distal side of one tooth and that on the mesial side of the adjacent tooth, and the contact points.  

An occlusal scheme that deviates from the ideal interactions of the occlusal contacts and anatomic components of the craniofacial complex.  

A condition in which there are simultaneous contacts of opposing teeth or tooth analogues (i.e., occlusion rims) on both sides of the opposing dental arches during eccentric movements within the functional range.  

A systematic examination of the masticatory system with special consideration of the effect of occlusion on the teeth and their related structures.  

The jaw relation at which the opposing teeth occlude.  

A registration record of maximum intercuspation.  

To bring together; to shut. To bring or close the mandibular teeth into contact with the maxillary teeth. To close up, obstruct, or join together, as bringing the biting surfaces of opposing teeth together.    

A structure that closes an opening, such as a prosthetic appliance used to close an opening in the palate. Small body of tissue attached to the pollen mass in Orchidaceae and derived subfamilies of Apocynaceae; Caruncle (as used by Hooker); Process of ovary wall descending towards the micropyles (as in Plumbago). One of two muscles…

An agent or remedy that lessens or relieves sensibility or pain. Soothing, deadening, dulling. Having the capacity to deaden sensibility of a part or reduce irritability.