Reseating

Reseating is the act of placing someone or something into a seat again or into a different seat. The term is used across contexts to describe repositioning or readjustment of seating arrangements, and it can also refer to reattaching seating components in mechanical or dental settings.

In venues and events, reseating refers to moving patrons to different seats to improve accessibility, balance crowd distribution, accommodate group bookings, or resolve conflicts in seating plans. Reseating can occur before or during an event and may involve ushers, ticketing systems, or on-site staff.

In dentistry and orthodontics, reseating describes repositioning a dental appliance or restoration onto a tooth or within the mouth. This can include reseating a crown, bridge, veneer, bracket, or orthodontic appliance after initial placement, with the goal of achieving proper fit, bite, and comfort. Procedures may involve re-prepping a tooth, re-cementing, or adjusting the appliance.

In mechanical engineering and manufacturing, reseating denotes reestablishing a seal or contact between mating parts, such as a valve seat, gasket, or bearing surface. Reseating aims to restore function, prevent leaks, or correct misalignment and may require component replacement or rework, along with measurements and testing.

Other uses of the term include any setting where an item or person must be placed anew, such as seating adjustments during renovations or changes to seating charts to meet accessibility requirements.