Meaning & use
occlusal
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relating to the biting or chewing surfaces of the teeth, or the way the upper and lower teeth meet.
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The dentist checked for occlusal wear caused by years of teeth grinding.
An occlusal X-ray helped identify the misalignment between her upper and lower teeth.
A note on using this word
Occlusal is a specialized dental term -- 'occlusion' more broadly refers to how the upper and lower teeth fit together when the jaw closes.
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