The Ness Visual Dictionary of Dental Technology
Search Dictionary
Browse Dictionary
| Term | ala |
| Pronunciation | AY-luh |
| Plural | alae(AY-lee) |
| See also | alameter |
| Definition | The outer lobe of the nose enclosing a nostril. The width of the alae is proportional to the position of the cuspids, giving the technician a reference measurement when selecting teeth to fit the edentulous patient. |
Images
ala
Term of the day: hydrocolloid
© 2026 Productivity Training Corporation. All rights reserved.