long axis


long ax·is

a line extending through the center of an object lengthwise; in dentistry, the line extending incisocervically (occlusocervically) parallel to axial surfaces of a tooth.

long ax·is

(lawng aksis) 1. In dentistry, line extending incisocervically (occlusocervically) parallel to axial tooth surfaces. 2. Line extending through the center of an object lengthwise.