Amalgam |
silver/mercury alloy used to fill cavities [read more...] |
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Bleaching |
cosmetic whitening of teeth using peroxide [read more...] |
Caries |
cavities, tooth decay [read more ...] |
Carcinogenic |
cancer-causing |
Cariogenic |
decay-causing |
Composites |
tooth-colored restorative materials [read more...] |
Cosmetic dentistry |
aesthetic improvement of the color and shape of teeth performed by a general dentist [read more...] |
Edentulous |
having lost most or all of the natural teeth |
Endodontist |
treats oral conditions that arise as a result of disease or injury of the dental pulp of the tooth, such as a root canal |
General dentist |
primary care provider for patients in all age groups who take responsibility for the diagnosis, treatment, management and overall coordination of services to meet patients' oral health needs [read more...] |
Geriatric dentist |
general dentist who primarily treats senior citizens |
Gingivitis |
reversible inflammation of gum tissue not including the bone |
Malocclusion |
misalignment of teeth and or jaws |
Microair abrasion |
a drill-free technique using an instrument resembling a tiny sand blaster that delivers tiny aluminum oxide particles to the surface, where they cut away the decayed area |
Mouthguards |
an appliance used to protect teeth from injury [read more...] |
Occlusal surface |
the chewing surface of the tooth |
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon |
treats and surgically corrects diseases, injuries, and defects of the mouth and jaws |
Oral pathologist |
examines oral tissues for evidence of suspected abnormalities such as cancer. |
Orthodontics |
a branch of dentistry dealing with irregularities of the teeth and their correction, as by means of braces and retainer [read more...] |
Orthodontist |
designs and applies corrective and supportive appliances, braces, to realign crooked teeth |
Pediatric dentist |
provides treatment and care for children from birth through adolescence |
Periodontal disease |
inflammation and irritation of the gums which, if left untreated, can cause the jawbone and teeth to deteriorate and fall out [read more...] |
Periodontist |
diagnoses and treats diseases of the tissues supporting and surrounding the teeth, especially periodontal disease |
Plaque |
bacterial colonies which have mineralized and attack teeth, causing dental decay |
Porcelain veneers |
ultra-thin shells of ceramic material bonded to the front of the tooth [read more...] |
Prophylaxis |
professional cleaning of the teeth by a dentist or hygienist |
Prosthodontist |
constructs artificial appliances designed to restore and maintain oral function by replacing missing teeth and other oral structures such as dentures |
Public health dentist |
concerned with the dental health needs of entire communities, and can design and administer large-scale prevention and dental care programs by compiling and analyzing statistics |
Radiosurgery |
surgery technique that uses radio waves to produce a pressureless, bloodless incision; can also be used to heat bleaching agents |
Resin |
plastic material used in bonding, restorative, and replacement procedures |
Restorative dentistry |
process of restoring missing, damaged or diseased teeth to normal form and function, performed by general dentists |
Sealant |
plastic coating used to protect teeth from decay [read more...] |
Special patient |
person with a disability who requires particular dental care needs |
Third molars |
wisdom teeth [read more...] |
TMD |
temporomandibular disorder; problems relating to your temporomandibular joint which include locking of the jaw, frequent headaches, sore jaw muscles, and painful clicking of the jaw [read more...] |
TMJ |
temporomandibular joint |
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