![]() CĬalculus - Hard deposit of mineralized plaque adhering to crowns and/or roots of teeth removed during dental cleanings.Ĭavity - Decay in tooth caused by caries also referred to as carious lesion caused by bacteria.Ĭlenching - The clamping and pressing of the jaws and teeth together in centric occlusion, frequently associated with psychological stress, physical effort, or a bad bite.Ĭomposite - A dental restorative tooth-colored material made up of disparate or separate parts (e.g. In most cases composite is added via adhesive or mechanical retention. Bonding also refers to how a filling, orthodontic appliance or some fixed partial dentures are attached to teeth.īruxism - Constant grinding or clenching of teeth during the day or more commonly while asleep which can create significant wear to teeth.īuild Up - The addition of material to broken down teeth where inadequate structure remains to support a restoration. Bīitewing radiographs - X-rays used to reveal the crowns of several upper and lower teeth as they bite down.īleaching (Teeth Whitening) - A cosmetic dental procedure that whitens the teeth using a bleaching solution containing some form of hydrogen peroxide.īonding - A composite resin applied to a tooth to change its shape and/or color. Local Anesthesia: - The loss of pain sensation over a specific area of the anatomy without loss of consciousness. Abfractions - Defects at the gum line of teeth caused by the loss of tooth structure due to the pressure created by clenching and bruxism.Ībrasion - Tooth wear caused by forces other than chewing such as holding objects between the teeth or improper brushing.Ībutment - A tooth (or implant) that supports a dental prosthesis such as a bridge or denture.Ībutment Crown - Artificial crown serving for the retention or support of a dental prosthesis.Īmalgam - An alloy containing mercury used in direct dental restorations. ![]()
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