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DictionarySeeplanebite plane
oc·clu·sal plane , plane of occlusionan imaginary surface that is related anatomically to the cranium and that theoretically touches the incisal edges of the incisors and the tips of the occluding surfaces of the posterior teeth; it is not a plane in the true sense of the word but represents the mean of the curvature of the surface.
See also: curve of occlusion. Synonym(s): bite planebite plane A removable dental appliance used to cover the occlusal surface of teeth to prevent their contact and, over time, open a deep bite.bite planeA plane formed by the biting surfaces of the teeth.See also: planeoc·clu·sal plane , plane of occlusion (ŏ-klūzăl plān, ŏ-klūzhŭn) 1. Plane established by incisal and occlusal surfaces of teeth. Because occlusal surfaces of teeth do not all lie on a flat surface, the plane is an "average" one.
See also: curve of occlusion2. In complete denture fabrication, surface of wax occlusion runs contoured to position teeth in denture.
Synonym(s): bite plane. |