1. occlusal - Noun
2. occlusal - Adjective
(dentistry) On the side of a tooth which mates with the opposing tooth.
(dentistry) Of or relating to occlusion.
occlusal (plural occlusals)
(dentistry) occlusion
A "middle ground" view of these techniques is that occlusal adjustment in most cases of TMD is neither desirable nor helpful as a first line treatment, and furthermore, with few exceptions, any adjustments should be reversible. Source: Internet
Although occlusal splints are generally considered a reversible treatment, sometimes partial coverage splints lead to pathologic tooth migration (changes in the position of teeth). Source: Internet
Although occlusal features may affect observed electrical activity in masticatory muscles, citation there are no statistically significant differences in the number of occlusal abnormalities in people with TMD and in people without TMD. Source: Internet
At its simplest, occlusal adjustment involves selective grinding (with a dental drill) of the enamel of the occlusal surfaces of teeth, with the aim of allowing the upper teeth to fit with the lower teeth in a more harmonious way. Source: Internet
A systematic review investigating all the scientific studies carried out on occlusal adjustments in TMD concluded the following: "There is an absence of evidence of effectiveness for occlusal adjustment. Source: Internet
Here, the "occlusal adjustment" has already taken place inadvertently, and the adjustment aims to return to the pre-existing occlusion. Source: Internet