Dental Terms 1

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  1. 1. Space between teeth
  2. 5. Interface between a restoration and tooth structure
  3. 9. Wings Caries (decay) detection via x-ray
  4. 10. Canal Dental pulp; the internal chamber of the tooth
  5. 13. Stationary dental prosthesis (appliance) fixed to teeth adjacent to a space; replaces one or more missing teeth, cemented or bonded to supporting teeth or implants adjacent to the space
  6. 15. Teeth The first set of 20 teeth, usually called baby teeth
  7. 19. Thin resin material bonded in the pits and fissures of back teeth for the prevention of decay
  8. 23. ? maintainer Dental device that holds the space lost through premature loss of baby teeth
  9. 26. An artificial appliance for the replacement for a body part
  10. 28. Specialist who treats injuries, diseases and infection of the tooth pulp (nerve chamber)
  11. 29. Inflammation of the pulp, common cause of the toothache
  12. 31. Resin Material composed of plastic with small glass or ceramic particles; usually cured with filtered light or chemical catalyst
  13. 33. anesthetic Ointment that produces mild anesthesia when applied to tissue surface
  14. 37. Boney
  15. 40. Log of dental or medical records
  16. 41. Bridge Fixed bridge that attaches to adjacent teeth only on one end
  17. 43. fused to metal crown (PFM) Restoration with metal coping (for strength) covered by porcelain (for appearance)
  18. 45. Soft sticky substance that accumulates on teeth; composed of bacteria and food debris due to inadequate dental hygiene
  19. 47. An unfavorable systemic reaction to a foreign substance or drug
  20. 48. Juncture of three roots in posterior teeth
  21. 49. Tooth colored overlay on the visible portion of a crown, may be acrylic, composite o porcelain
  22. 50. (Acronym) Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis, commonly known as trench mouth or Vincent's disease, aggravated by stress and/or smoking
  23. 51. Replacement tooth mounted on a fixed or removable prosthesis
  24. 52. Process of teeth protruding through the gums
  25. 53. Placing a natural tooth in the empty socket of another tooth
  26. 56. Surgical removal of gum tissue
  27. 60. ? dam Soft latex sheet used to establish isolation of one or more teeth from contamination by oral fluids and to keep materials from falling to the back of the throat
  28. 61. dimension Arbitrary space between upper and lower jaws upon closure; may decrease over time due to wear, shifting or damage to teeth
  29. 63. Implant A titanium cylinder surgically placed in the bone of the upper or lower jaw to provide support for a dentak restoration or appliance
  30. 65. gas Nitrous oxide; odorless inhalation agent that produces relative analgesic
  31. 66. Tooth decay or cavities
  32. 68. junction Meeting of thick, protective gingivial tissue around the teeth and the friable muccous lining of the cheeks and lips
  33. 70. The arrangement of natural or artifical teeth in the mouth
  34. 71. Hard residue, commonly known as tarter, that forms on teeth due to inadequate plaque control, often stained yellow or brown
  35. 73. Cement placed under a dental restoration to insulate the pulp (nerve chamber)
  36. 75. Device that retains a removable partial denture to stationary teeth
  37. 76. Loss of structure due to natural wear
  38. 77. A tooth that has not pushed through the gum and assumed it correct position in the dental arch
  39. 82. soft tissue or bone
  40. 84. and drainage Surgical incision of an abcess to drain suppuration (pus)
  41. 87. The upper jaw
  42. 89. Surgical removal of the root tip to treat a dead tooth
  43. 90. Dental specialist skilled in restoring or replacing teeth with fixed or removable prosthesis, maintaining proper occlusion; treats facial deformities with artificial prosthesis such as eyes, ears and noses
  44. 93. ? ejector Suction tube placed in mouth to remove saliva
  45. 94. The anticipated outcome of treatment
  46. 97. Space between upper and lower teeth
  47. 101. (acronym) Masters Academy of General Dentistry
  48. 102. An infection of the
  49. 104. Process of chewing food
  50. 106. Region at the end of the roots of the teeth
  51. 110. ? glands Located under the tongue and in the cheeks to produce saliva
  52. 112. recession Exposure of dental roots due to shrinkage of the gums as a result of abrasion, periodontal disease or surgery
  53. 113. Channel emanating pus from an infection site; a gum boil
  54. 115. Mouth sore appearing whitish, often with a red halo, of ten to fourteen day duration
  55. 116. Denture that fits over residual roots or dental implants
  56. 118. (acronym)Non sterodial anti inflammatory drug
  57. 119. A small defect in the tooth enamel; junction of four formative lobes of a developing tooth
  58. 120. guard Acrylic applicance used to prevent wear and temporomandibular damage caused by grinding of the teeth during sleep
  59. 121. Dental auxillary who cleans teeth and provides patient education; administers local anesthetic, nitrous oxide and performs periodontal scaling
  60. 122. "Bad bite" or misalignment of the upper and lower teeth
  61. 124. The temperomandibular joint, the point where the lower jaw attaches to the skull
  62. 126. tongue Benign changes in the usual color and texture of tongue; does not require treatment
  63. 127. Older term for periodontal disease
  64. 131. A soft or hard tissue sac, hard or filled with fluid
  65. 132. injection Anesthesia of a nerve trunk that covers a large area of the jaw; a mandibular block injection produces numbness of the lower jaw , teeth and half the tongue
  66. 133. Space Distance between the upper and lower teeth with the lower jaw in rest position
  67. 135. Hard tissue that covers the roots of the teeth
  68. 136. hairy tongue Elongated papillae on the tongue, promoting the growth of microorganisms
  69. 138. Valley found on the surface of posterior teeth
  70. 139. Complete removal of the pulp (common in children)
  71. 141. Persistent "nervous" grinding of the teeth, most commonly while the patient is awake
  72. 144. Inert medication or treatment that produces psychological benefit
  73. 146. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - Artifical procedures employes by a rescuer after cessation of breathing or heart stoppage
  74. 149. Sharp instrument used to detect decay on the surface of teeth
  75. 150. Loosened spicule of bone pushed to the surface
  76. 152. Partial or completely unexposed tooth that is wedged against another tooth, bone, soft tissue, precluding the eruption process
  77. 153. or model Reproduction of structures made by pouring plaster or stone into a mold
  78. 155. Inner layer of tooth structure, immediately under the surface enamel
  79. 156. Gum tissue
  80. 157. Removal of plaque and calculus from teeth, generally above the gum line
  81. 158. Hard tissue covering the portion of the tooth above the gum line
  82. 159. Removal of a small piece of tissue for microscopic examination
  83. 160. The lower jaw
  84. 161. Dental tool that uses high frequency ultrasonic waves to clean teeth
  85. 162. teeth 32 adult teeth in a complete dentition
  86. 163. Peroxide Disinfecting solution used in dental irrigation procedures or as a mouth rinse
  87. 164. Hard and soft tissue forming the roof of the mouth
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  1. 2. Teeth The six upper or six lower front teeth
  2. 3. pathologist Dentist studying in the study of oral diseases
  3. 4. The tip of the root of a tooth
  4. 6. Indirect - filling made by a denta lab that is cemented o bonded into place
  5. 7. Dental restoration covering all or most of the natural tooth
  6. 8. Bite Reverse biting relationship of upper and lower teeth; a.k.a under bite or Class III malocclusion
  7. 9. Resorption Decrease in bone supporting the roots of tooth; a common result of periodontal disease
  8. 11. Thin plastic or porcelain veneer produced in a dental lab and then bonded to a tooth
  9. 12. ? resection Removal of a portion of diseased root structure, rataining the natural tooth
  10. 14. Removable set of artifical teeth (can be partial or complete set)
  11. 16. Mold made of the teeth and soft tissues
  12. 17. Injury of bodily tissue due to infection, trauma or neoplasm
  13. 18. Grinding of the teeth, most commonly while the patient is asleep
  14. 20. ? dentin Reparitive tooth structure produced by the pulp in response to tooth irritation
  15. 21. Record measuring the depth of gum pockets around the teeth
  16. 22. Juncture of two roots in posterior teeth
  17. 24. A drug that stops or slows the growth of bacteria
  18. 25. Artificial device replacing tooth root, may anchor an artificial tooth, bridge or denture
  19. 27. Vertical overlap of the front teeth
  20. 28. Study of the incidence of disease in a population
  21. 30. camera A small video camera used to view and magnify oral conditions; images may be printed
  22. 32. Inflammation of the sinus cavity that may mimic dental pain
  23. 34. bridge A bridge that is bonded to the back of the adjacent teeth; requires minimum tooth reduction
  24. 35. Bad breath of oral or gastrointestinal origin
  25. 36. Dry mouth or decrease in the production of saliva
  26. 38. Connection of two or more teeth so that they function as a stronger single structure
  27. 39. Anesthesia Controlled state of unconsciousness, accompanied by a partial or complete loss of pain sensation, protective reflexes, and the ability to respond purposefully to physical stimulation or verbal command
  28. 42. Older brand name for local anesthetic, currently replaced by safer, more effective agents
  29. 44. Surfaces of adjoining teeth
  30. 46. chamber The center or innermost portion of the tooth containing the pulp
  31. 53. (acronym)joint TMJ disorder Temperomandibular disorder; term given to a condition characterized by facial pain and restricted ability to open or move the jaw
  32. 54. A state of pain relief, an agent lessening pain
  33. 55. Capsular cushion between temporomandibular joint and glenoid fossa
  34. 57. poor brushing technique or Bruxism
  35. 58. Acrylic restoration of denture base to compensate for bone loss
  36. 59. Devices used by orthodontics to gradually reposition teeth to a more favorable alignment
  37. 60. Insertion and temporary fixation of partially or completely avulsed tooth or teeth, resulting from traumatic injury
  38. 62. Practice of dental extractions
  39. 64. Describes the alignment of the upper or lower teeth
  40. 67. Bone The jaw bone that anchors the roots of the teeth
  41. 69. (aesthetic) Dentistry Treatment performed to enhance appearance; not a recognized specialty
  42. 72. surgeon A dental specialist who manages the diagnosis & surgical treatment of diseases, injuries and deformities of the mouth and supporting structures
  43. 74. Local anesthetic procedure effective for upper teeth and soft tissue; placement of anesthetic under the gum, allowing it to seep into the bone
  44. 78. The production of dentures dispensed directly by lab techs
  45. 79. Inflammation of gum tissue
  46. 80. Increased blood flow; may cause dental sensitivity to temperature and sweets, may precede an abcess
  47. 81. Instrument used for removal of teeth
  48. 83. Destruction of tooth structure caused by toxins produced by bacteria
  49. 85. Chemical element needed for healthy teeth, bones and nerves
  50. 86. crown Single structure that combines post core and crown
  51. 88. Opportunistic fungal injection after administration of antibiotic; not uncommon in the mouth
  52. 90. Dental specialist treating the gums and supporting soft and hard tissues retaining natural teeth and the surgical placement of dental implants
  53. 91. Extra tooth
  54. 92. Dentistry Practice of gathering legal evidence for body identification or judicial issues
  55. 95. Surgery Lifting of gum tissue to expose and clean underlying tooth and bone structure
  56. 96. Crown for a front tooth, usually made of porcelain
  57. 98. Replacement of portion of a damaged tooth
  58. 99. Soft tissue infection causing extensive, hard swelling - a potentially dangerous condition requiring medical attention
  59. 100. Bacterial contamination of tissue exudate; pus
  60. 103. ? and root planning meticulous removal of plaque and calculus from tooth surfaces
  61. 105. teeth Deciduous teeth
  62. 107. bridge
  63. 108. Non invasive relief of irritating conditions
  64. 109. Partial or complete elimination of pain sensation; numbing a tooth is an example of local anesthetic; general anesthetic produces partial or complete unconsciousness
  65. 111. abrasion Removal of teeth structure by blasting a tooth with air and abrasive, a relatively new technology that may avoid the need for anesthetic
  66. 114. maneuver Technique employed by rescuer for obstruction of victims airway
  67. 117. Removal of teeth
  68. 119. Cleaningof the teeth for the prevention of periodontal disease and tooth decay
  69. 123. Removal of diseased tissue from a periodintal pocket
  70. 125. Common bony protuberance on the palate or lower jaw
  71. 128. A most common filling material, a.k.a silver fillings containing approximately 50% of mercury, silver, tin, copper or zinc
  72. 129. Swelling of effused blood beneath tissue surface
  73. 130. Partial removal of pulp tissue
  74. 133. Restoration of lost tooth structure with metal, porcelain or resin materials
  75. 134. Common term for dental crown
  76. 137. Mound on posterior teeth
  77. 140. Process of shedding deciduoud teeth
  78. 141. Chemical or laser treatment of natural teeth for whitening effect
  79. 142. The tooth or teeth that support a fixed or
  80. 143. Loss of tooth structure caused by a hard
  81. 145. Horizontal overlap of the front teeth
  82. 147. root Partial root structure remaining in jaw extraction or fracture of a natural tooth
  83. 148. Adhesive dental restoration technique; a tooth colored composite resin to repair and/or change the color or shape of a tooth
  84. 151. Lab produced restoration covering one or more cusps of a tooth
  85. 154. Gum disease characterized by severe mouth sores and loss of tissue
  86. 155. - placement of dental composite resin restoration at chairside