Secondary traumatic occlusion refers to heavy occlusal forces exceeding the adaptive range in a normal periodontium.

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Secondary traumatic occlusion occurs when normal occlusal forces exceed the capability of a periodontium already affected by the periodontal disease.Primary traumatic occlusion occurs when heavy occlusal forces exceed the adaptive range in a normal periodontium,causing injury to the tissues and bone.

Secondary Traumatic Occlusion Refers to Heavy Occlusal Forces Exceeding the Adaptive