| Term | mutually protected occlusion |
| Variations | mutually protected articulation |
| See also | balanced occlusion, occlusal harmony |
| Definition | An occlusal scheme in which the posterior teeth prevent excessive contact of the anterior teeth in centric occlusion, and the anterior teeth disengage the posterior teeth in mandibular excursions. |
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