equilibration

(ē-kwĭl″ĭ-brā′shŭn )

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The modification of masticatory forces or occlusal surfaces of teeth to produce simultaneous occlusal contacts between upper and lower teeth, and to equalize the stress of occlusal forces of the supporting tissues of the teeth.
SYN: SEE: occlusal equilibration

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