Category: S

A space descriptive parameter.    

The arithmetic average of the absolute value of all points of the profile. It is a height descriptive parameter.  

A three‐dimensional roughness parameter calculated from topographical images.  

Injury resulting in tissue changes from normal or excessive occlusal forces applied to a tooth or teeth with reduced support.  

Mechanical effect of loading, usually cyclic in nature, on the stability of bolted or screwretained joints. Micromotion and fatigue are potential negative occurrences that may result from such loading.  

A dental implant placed on the external surface of the maxillary or mandibular alveolar or basal bone. It is designed to provide support for attachment of a dental prosthesis. The implant is not designed to enter the bone, although there may be retentive screws that do, or, with time, the implant may settle into the…

An implant placed on the surface of the maxillary or mandibular bone for support and attachment of a prosthesis. Implant designed to rest on the surface of bone, under the periosteum. It consists of a customized casting, made of a surgical‐grade metal or alloy. Permucosal abutments, posts and intraoral bars are designed for prosthetic retention.…

Alteration of the occlusal forms of teeth to improve occlusal function and to decrease or redirect occlusal forces to the teeth. Altering and correcting the dental occlusion by grinding in accordance with what is required,  

A pedicle flap moved to a new position. Horizontal movement of a flap to cover a nearby denuded area.  

Characterized by an abundance of serous fluid of high protein content.