okklusal
occlusal (dental)
English translations
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occlusal
Word details
- German meaning
- Okklusal bezieht sich auf die Kaufläche von Zähnen, also die Fläche, die beim Kauen in Kontakt mit den Zähnen des Gegenkiefers kommt.
- English meaning
- Occlusal refers to the chewing surface of teeth, i.e., the surface that comes into contact with the teeth of the opposite jaw when chewing.
- German example
- Die okklusalen Fissuren der Backenzähne sind besonders anfällig für Karies.
- English example
- The occlusal fissures of the molars are particularly susceptible to cavities.
Example sentences with “okklusal”
Die okklusale Fläche des Zahns ist abgenutzt. (The occlusal surface of the tooth is worn.)
Frequently asked questions
What part of the body does 'okklusal' refer to?
It refers to the biting surfaces of the teeth.