kauwkracht
Kauwkracht is a Dutch term that refers to the force produced by the jaw muscles during biting and chewing. In biomechanics and dentistry, it is commonly translated as bite force or masticatory force and is used as a measure of masticatory function and jaw performance.
The etymology is straightforward: kauwen means to chew, and kracht means force. The concept encompasses the
Measurement of kauwkracht is typically performed with bite force transducers or pressure sensors placed between the
Determinants of kauwkracht include age, sex, dental status (number and condition of teeth, restorations, and implants),
Applications of kauwkracht data include assessing masticatory function in clinical dentistry, guiding prosthetic design and dental