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Subject: Re:This is what I found...

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Date Posted: 11:02:10 07/27/04 Tue
In reply to: Pamela 's message, "Re:This is what I found..." on 09:54:36 07/27/04 Tue

That about sums it up. Not everyone needs it. I usually do it if needed rather than have someone else do it.

>"Occlusal Equilibration | Occlusal Adjustments
>
>Selective grinding of occlusal surfaces of the teeth
>in an effort to eliminate premature contacts and
>occlusal interferences; to establish optimal
>masticatory effectiveness, stable occlusal
>relationships, direction of main occlusal forces, and
>efficient multidirectional patterns, to improve
>functional relations and to induce physiologic
>stimulation of the masticatory system; to eliminate
>occlusal trauma; to eliminate abnormal muscle tension;
>to aid in the stabilization of orthodontic results; to
>treat peridontal and temporomandibular joint problems;
>and in restorative procedures. "(From Jablonski,
>Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992)
>
>I haven't had it done, and my ortho never mentioned
>it, and I don't even think it's listed on my insurance
>list of procedures. I've been "debanded" for almost a
>month now, and do not anticipate having any grinding
>done.

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