Which description matches Centric?

Which description matches Centric?

• A. Having an object centered, such as maxillary teeth centered over mandibular teeth in correct relation
• B. Temporary coverage for crowns
• C. To slow down a process
• D. To mix with a spatula

Answer: (A)

Centric describes a centered relationship between opposing teeth. In dentistry, it means the upper teeth are positioned centered over the lower teeth in the correct relation, reflecting a stable, balanced bite often referred to as centric occlusion. This captures the idea of a centered, proper alignment of the arches. The other options describe things unrelated to alignment or bite—temporary coverage for crowns, slowing a process, and mixing with a spatula.

Centric describes a centered relationship between opposing teeth. In dentistry, it means the upper teeth are positioned centered over the lower teeth in the correct relation, reflecting a stable, balanced bite often referred to as centric occlusion. This captures the idea of a centered, proper alignment of the arches. The other options describe things unrelated to alignment or bite—temporary coverage for crowns, slowing a process, and mixing with a spatula.