occlusal adjustment


oc·clu·sal ad·just·ment

modification of the occluding and incising surfaces of teeth to develop harmonious relationships between these surfaces.

oc·clu·sal ad·just·ment

(ŏ-klūzăl ă-jŭstmĕnt) Selective grinding of occlusal (i.e., masticatory) surfaces of the teeth to eliminate premature contacts and occlusal interferences.
Synonym(s): adjustment (2) .

oc·clu·sal ad·just·ment

(ŏ-klūzăl ă-jŭstmĕnt) Modification of occluding and incising surfaces of teeth to develop harmonious relationships between these surfaces.