Resin filling - An artificial filling used to restore teeth. back to top R Receding gum - A condition in which the gums separate from the tooth, allowing bacteria and other substances to attack the tooth's enamel and surrounding bone. ![]() Pulp - The inner tissues of the tooth containing blood, nerves and connective tissue. Prosthodontics - The field of dentistry that deals with artificial dental appliances. Prophylaxis - The act of cleaning the teeth. Also called baby teeth or temporary teeth. Primary teeth - A person's first set of teeth. Posterior teeth - The bicuspids and molars. Plaque - A sticky, colorless substance that covers the teeth after sleep or periods between brushing. Permanent teeth - The teeth that erupt after primary teeth. Periodontist - A dentist who treats diseases of the gums. Periodontal disease - Infection of the gum tissues. ![]() Pediatric Dentistry - A field of dentistry that deals with children’s teeth Perio pocket - An opening formed by receding gums. Partial denture - A removable appliance that replaces missing teeth. back to top P Palate - Roof of the mouth. Overdenture - A non-fixed dental appliance applied to a small number of natural teeth or implants. Orthodontics - A field of dentistry that deals with tooth and jaw alignment. back to top O Onlay - A filling designed to protect the chewing surface of a tooth. back to top N Neuromuscular Dentistry - Addresses more than the aches and pains felt in and around the neck and head that are associated with your teeth and jaw. Molar - Usually the largest teeth, near the rear of the mouth. back to top M Malocclusion - Bad bite relationship. The shell is usually thin and made from porcelain resin. back to top L Laminate veneer - A shell that is bonded to the enamel of a front tooth. Inlay - An artificial filling made of various materials, including porcelain, resin, or gold. Incisor - Front teeth with cutting edges located in the center or on the sides near the front. Implant - A permanent appliance used to replace a missing tooth. back to top I Impacted teeth - A condition in which a tooth fails to erupt or only partially erupts. Gum disease - An infection of the gum tissues. Gingivitis - A minor disease of the gums caused by plaque. back to top G Gingiva - Another word for gum tissue. Fluorosis - A harmless over-exposure to fluoride and resulting sometimes in tooth discoloration. back to top F Fluoride - A mineral in your bones and teeth. back to top E Endodontics - A form of dentistry that addresses problems affecting the tooth's root or nerve. back to top D Dentin - The tooth layer underneath the enamel. Cuspids - Front teeth that typically have a protruding edge. Cusps - The pointed parts on top of the back teeth's chewing surface. Crown - An artificial tooth replacement that restores missing tooth structure by surrounding the remaining coronal tooth structure. Contouring - The process of reshaping teeth. Composite resin - A tooth colored resin combined with silica or porcelain and used as a restoration material. Composite filling - Tooth colored restorations, also known as resin fillings. A cold sore is contagious because it is caused by the herpes simplex virus, and it is usually painful and filled with fluid. Cold sore - Usually occurs on the outside of the mouth, usually on or near the nose or lips. Caries - A commonly used term for tooth decay, or cavities. A canker sore is usually light-colored at its base and can have a red exterior border. Canker sore - One that occurs on the delicate tissues inside your mouth. Canal - The narrow chamber inside the tooth's root. back to top C Calculus - A hard deposit of mineralized substance adhering to crowns and/or roots of teeth or prosthetic devices. Bridge - A prosthetic replacement of one or more missing teeth cemented or otherwise attached to the abutment teeth or implant replacements. Bonding - Application of tooth-colored resin materials to the surface of the teeth. ![]() Bitewings - X-rays that help a dentist diagnose cavities. Bicuspids -A premolar tooth tooth with two cusps, which are pointed or rounded eminences on or near the masticating surface of a tooth. back to top B Baby bottle tooth decay - Caused by sugary substances in breast milk and some juices, which combine with saliva to form pools inside the baby's mouth. Anesthesia - Medications used to relieve pain. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A Amalgam - Material made from mercury and other alloy mixtures used to restore a drilled portion of a tooth.
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