A post upon which something hinges or turns.
- adjustable occlusal p. an occlusal p. that may be adjusted vertically by means of a screw or by other means.
- occlusal p. an elevation contrived on the occlusal surface, usually in the molar region, designed to act as a fulcrum and to induce sagittal mandibular rotation.
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piv·ot 'piv-ət n a usu. metallic pin holding an artificial crown to the root of a tooth
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piv·ot (pivґət) 1. that on which something turns, such as a dowel or short post. 2. the point of rotation for a removable partial denture.Medical dictionary. 2011.