occlusal pattern


oc·clu·sal form

the form of the occlusal surface of a tooth or a row of teeth. Synonym(s): occlusal pattern

occlusal pattern

The appearance and anatomical location of the occluding surfaces of teeth.

oc·clu·sal pat·tern

(ŏ-klūzăl patĕrn) 1. Gliding occlusal contact of mandibular teeth against a reference surface attached to maxillary teeth. 2. Recording of movement of occlusal surfaces.
Synonym(s): occlusal path.