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abocclusion

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun abocclusion has 1 sense
  1. abocclusion - the condition in which the upper teeth do not touch the lower teeth when biting
    --1 is a kind of
    disorder, upset

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Abocclusion

Description

Abocclusion refers to the absence or removal of occlusion, which is the contact between opposing teeth.

Part of Speech

  • Noun

Senses and Usages

  1. Sense: Dental Occlusion

    In dentistry, abocclusion can be described as the lack of contact between the upper and lower teeth when biting down.

    Related products: Dental Occlusion Tools

    Sample sentence: Due to the abocclusion of his molars, the dentist recommended adjusting his bite with braces.

  2. Sense: Articulator

    An articulator is an instrument used in dentistry to simulate the movements of the jaw. Abocclusion, in this context, refers to the absence of occlusal contact while using an articulator.

    Related products: Dental Articulator

    Sample sentence: The dental technician adjusted the articulator to mimic the patient's abocclusion, allowing for accurate prosthetic fabrication.

  3. Sense: Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)

    In the field of temporomandibular joint disorders, abocclusion refers to the abnormal or misalignment of the jaw joint due to occlusal issues.

    Related products: TMJ Relief Products

    Sample sentence: The patient experienced chronic jaw pain and headaches as a result of the abocclusion caused by TMJ disorder.

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