Champ
Champ
Champ (/ʃæmp/), derived from the Old French word champer, meaning "to bite", is a term used in medical and dental contexts to refer to the act of biting or chewing. It is often used in relation to oral health and dental procedures.
Etymology
The term "champ" originates from the Old French champer, which means "to bite". It has been used in English since the 16th century. The term is often used in medical and dental contexts to describe the act of biting or chewing, particularly in relation to oral health and dental procedures.
Related Terms
- Mastication: The process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion.
- Bruxism: A condition characterized by the grinding or clenching of teeth.
- Malocclusion: A misalignment or incorrect relation between the teeth of the two dental arches when they approach each other as the jaws close.
- Periodontal Disease: A set of inflammatory conditions affecting the tissues surrounding the teeth.
- Dental Occlusion: The manner in which the upper and lower teeth come together when the mouth is closed.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Champ
- Wikipedia's article - Champ
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