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| Term | emergence angle |
| Pronunciation | (ih-MUR-jens, ih-MUR-jents) ... |
| See also | emergence profile |
| Definition | 1. The angle of the surface of a tooth where it emerges from the gingiva, typically at about 15°. 2. The angle of the surface of an implant abutment relative to the long axis of the implant body. |
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