Question

The relationship between the maxillary and mandibular teeth, when the teeth are touching and the mouth is gently closed, is known as what?

a. occlusion
b. abutment
c. facial alignment
d. sulcus measurement

Answer 1

a. occlusion

Step-by-step explanation:

Occlusion is basically the branch of dentistry that studies the bite relationships between the upper and lower dental arch. However, the definition is complete only when considering the dynamic, morphological and functional relationship between all components of the masticatory organ, of which the teeth, the supporting structures of the teeth, the neuromuscular system, the temporomandibular joints and the craniofacial skeleton constitute it. In other words, we can say that the relationship between the jaw and jaw teeth, when the teeth are touching and the mouth is gently closed, is known as occlusion.

The mandibular movements are coordinated and directly linked to the neurological system, which explains the mandibular dislocation to one side and change of the body axis, due to occlusal interference and premature contacts, for example.

These conditions can cause tension, fatigue, hyperactivity, spasms, and pain in the chewing muscles and head and neck postures until the occlusal change is corrected.

Answer 2

The correct option is: a. occlusion

Step-by-step explanation:

The maxilla is the bone that forms the upper jaw, formed by the joining of the two maxillary bones. It is the fixed part of the jaw that holds the upper teeth.

The mandible, also known as the jawbone, is the largest bone of the human face that forms the lower jaw. It is the movable part of the jaw that holds the lower teeth.

During chewing or resting, when the teeth are gently closed or touching, the relationship between the mandibular or the lower teeth and the maxillary or the upper teeth is known as the occulation.