A collection of pus that forms when infection is present.
A tooth or implant fixture used as a support for a prosthesis
An alloy used in direct dental restorations.
An agent that causes temporary loss of sensation/feeling.
Teeth and tissue located at the front of the mouth.
The end of the root of the tooth.
No micro-organism present.
Wear of teeth due to activities such as chewing.
An injury that separates a tooth from its socket due to trauma.
A dental x-ray taken in order to detect cavities between teeth and the condition of the bone supporting them.
Whitening of teeth.
A prosthesis which is fixed inside the mouth to replace missing teeth.
Teeth grinding.
An ulceration with yellow base and red border in mouth. It can be caused by trauma or herpes simplex virus.
Tooth decay.
Tooth decay.
A model of teeth.
The process of "gluing" the appliance/prosthesis on the associated area.
An anti-microbial agent. Available in many forms such as gels and rinses, it is an effective agent in controlling gum diseases.
A metal arm that extends from a removable partial denture onto natural tooth structure, thus providing stability.
An ulcer or blister on lip. A form of herpes simplex.
White filling.
An abnormal bite relationship of upper and lower jaw. The lower teeth/tooth align toward the cheek/ lip side more than the upper teeth/tooth.
A crown is a "cap" on a tooth. It covers the tooth partially or totally above the gum to restore its function and outlook.
The lay term for bacterial demineralization of enamel and dentin; decomposition of tooth structure
A branch of medicine that involves diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of any disease concerning teeth, oral cavity, and associated structures.
The position, type, and number of teeth in upper and lower jaw.
(Immediate/complete/partial)
(overdenture, temporary)
An artificial substitute to replace some or all of the natural teeth and adjacent tissues. There are many types of denture to satisfy various treatment requirements and patient preferences.
The person who specializes in fabricating dentures. A Denturist is not responsible for making a diagnosis or carrying out any other treatment (e.g. removing teeth).
A procedure to reduce the sensitivity of teeth.
The process of identifying dental disease.
The space between two adjacent teeth.
Surface or position of a tooth most distant from the middle of the arch.
No teeth.
A department of dentistry involving diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease and injuries of the pulp.
The process of the tooth appearing in the mouth.
Surgical removal of bone or tissue.
When a tooth may be pushed partially out of the socket.
A lay term for a restoration placed on a tooth to restore its function and appearance.
A temporary denture to replace missing teeth during the waiting period for long term treatment.
A thread/tape that goes in between teeth to aid cleaning.
A compound of fluorine (an element) which be put in different forms such as water, gels, and rinses to strengthen teeth.
The breaking of a part, especially of a bony structure; breaking of a tooth.
A metal skeleton of a removable partial denture to support the false teeth and plastic attachments.
The mildest form of gum disease: inflammation of gingival tissue with loss of connective tissue.
Bleeding
Stop bleeding.
A condition when an unerupted tooth is positioned against another tooth, bone, or soft tissue to that complete eruption is unlikely.
A device (usually "screw-like") put in the jaw bone to support a false tooth, a denture or a bridge.
A mold taken by some jelly-like material loaded on a tray.
The cutting edge of front teeth.
The four upper and lower front teeth.
A restoration (usually gold, composite or ceramics) fabricated in the lab that cements on a tooth like a missing puzzle piece. It helps to restore the normal function and look of the tooth.
The space between two adjacent teeth.
The side of the tooth towards the tongue.
The side of the tooth towards the middle of the jaw.
The last three upper and lower teeth on both sides of the mouth.
An Individually molded device primarily worn to prevent injury to the teeth and surrounding tissue.
A mouthguard which is worn at night time to prevent injury to the teeth due to clenching and grinding during sleep.
The biting surface of the premolar and molar teeth.
Any contact between biting or chewing surfaces of upper and lower teeth.
A restoration that restores one or more cusps and adjoining occlusal surfaces or the entire occlusal surface and is retained by adhesive means.
The situation where the upper teeth do not come in contact with the opposing lower teeth.
A special field in dentistry which involves diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of bite abnormalities or facial irregularities.
The overlap of upper teeth and lower teeth when they close together.
The portion of filling material that hangs beyond the border of the cavity.
The roof of the mouth.
An x-ray film used to obtain a wide view of upper and lower teeth and associated structures in a single image.
An opening on a tooth or other oral structure.
The area surrounding the bottom of the tooth root.
A specialty of dentistry that involves diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of gum (periodontal) disease.
Adult teeth. The first permanent tooth usually comes in around 6 years old.
A piece of "nail-like" metal that aids in the retention of a restoration.
A process to make the tooth smooth and glossy.
The artificial tooth in a bridge or denture that replaces the missing tooth.
A rod-like component designed to be inserted into a prepared root canal and provide structural support. The device can be made from different materials such as metal or carbon.
Located at the back.
A statement from a third-party payer before any proposed treatment will be covered under the terms of the benefit contract.
Medication needing to be taken before dental procedures.
The two teeth located in front of the molar.
A written statement (from a doctor to a pharmacist) regarding the type and amount, and direction for the use of a medication for a patient. In dentistry, a prescription can also be a written instructions for the fabrication of an appliance from a dentist to a lab technician.
Baby teeth.
Removal of plaque, calculus and stains from tooth structure. It is intended to control local irritational factors
An artificial part to replace missing teeth and their associated structures.
A specialty of dentistry involving diagnosis, treatment planning, and fabrication of artificial parts to replace missing teeth and their associated structures.
Connective tissue that contains nerve tissue and blood vessels which occupies the pulp cavity of the tooth.
The removal of the whole pulp from the root canal space.
The removal of the top part of the pulp inside a tooth.
An image or picture produced on a digital sensor.
The regular checkup and teeth cleaning appointment.
The process of "gluing" the appliance/prosthesis back on the associated area.
An item a dentist uses to restore the normal function of a tooth or an area in the mouth. It can be a filling, a crown, a bridge, etc.
A device used for maintaining the position of teeth in the jaw in orthodontic treatment.
The process of repeating the root canal treatment.
The bottom part of tooth located in the socket.
The chamber inside the root of the tooth that contains the nerves and blood vessels.
The treatment of disease and injuries of the pulp.
A procedure designed to remove to remove dentin that is rough and may be permeated with calculus or contaminated with toxins or microorganisms
A rubber sheet that fits around teeth. It isolates the treatment area from the rest of the oral cavity preventing the passage of saliva or moisture or to provide an isolated operative field.
Removal of plaque, calculus, and stain from teeth.
A thin layer of plastic-like material covering the grooves and pits on a tooth to prevent occlusal caries.
The use of medication to calm a patient.
An appliance to maintain the space between teeth.
The joint that links the two parts of the jaw.
An outgrowth of bone. It usually develops on the roof of the mouth or around the premolar area on the lower jaw.
A layer of tooth-colored material (can be porcelain, composite, or ceramics) that attaches to the front of the tooth. It is generally used to improve the appearance of the tooth.
The eighth (also the last) tooth from the middle of the jaw.
Decreased salivary secretion that causes dry mouth.
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