| repositioning | <orthopaedics, surgery> The correction of a fracture, dislocation or hernia. (18 Nov 1997) |
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| gingival repositioning | Surgical relocation of the attached gingiva to eliminate pathosis or to establish more acceptable form and function. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| muscle repositioning | The surgical replacement of a muscle attachment into a more functional position. (05 Mar 2000) |
| jaw repositioning | The changing of any relative position of the mandible to the maxillae, by altering the occlusion of the natural or artificial teeth or by surgical means. (05 Mar 2000) |