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labialization

labialization

9.5
Movement of a tooth toward the lips
  • noun
  • /ˌleɪbiəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : labialización
  • The orthodontist monitored the labialization of the canine throughout the treatment period.

Examples

  • The dentist explained that labialization may be necessary to correct certain bite issues.

  • Excessive labialization can affect the alignment of the front teeth.

  • The dentist explained labialization during the consultation.

  • Is labialization necessary for this treatment?

  • The orthodontist monitored the labialization of the canine throughout the treatment period.

  • Excessive labialization can affect the alignment of the front teeth.

  • The dentist explained that labialization may be necessary to correct certain bite issues.

Surface Forms

labialization singular
labializations plural

Morphology

labialization = labialize (transparent) = labial + ize + ation

The noun is derived from the verb 'labialize', clearly indicating the process or result of making something labial.

Etymology

Labialization comes from the Latin word labium, which means 'lip'. In dentistry it means moving a tooth toward the lip, so the word points to 'lip' movement.