mean foundation plane


mean foun·da·tion plane

the mean of the various irregularities in form and inclination of the basal seat; the ideal condition for denture stability exists when the mean foundation plane is most nearly at right angles to the direction of force.

mean foun·da·tion plane

(mēn fown-dāshŭn plān) Mean of various irregularities in form and inclination of basal seat; condition for denture stability is ideal when mean foundation plane is most nearly at right angles to direction of force.