Centric Relation
| Definition: |
The location of the maxillary and the mandibular condyles when they are in their most posterior and superior positions in their fossae of the temporomandibular joint. |
| Notes: |
NIM; no qualif; DF: CENTRIC RELAT |
| Previously Indexed: |
Dental Occlusion, Centric (1966-1990) |
Centric Relation Definitions and Terms
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