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Pulpotomy

The removal of the pulp from the crown of a tooth.

Quadrant

One of the four sections of the mouth.

Radiograph

An X-ray image.

Recession

The withdrawal of the gums from the teeth.

Restoration

A treatment to restore function and appearance to a damaged tooth.

Root

The part of the tooth embedded in the jawbone.

Root Canal

The space inside the tooth root that contains the pulp.

Scaling

The removal of plaque and tartar from teeth.

Sealant

A protective coating applied to the chewing surface of teeth.

Sinus

A cavity or hollow space in bone.

Socket

The bony cavity that holds a tooth.

Stomatitis

Inflammation of the mouth lining.

Subgingival

Refers to the area below the gum line.

Subluxation

Partial dislocation of a tooth.

Supernumerary Teeth

Extra teeth beyond the normal number.

Suture

Stitches used to close a wound.

Tartar

Hardened plaque on the teeth; also called calculus.

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)

The joint connecting the jaw to the skull.

TMD (Temporomandibular Disorders)

Disorders affecting the TMJ.

Tissue

A group of cells that perform a specific function.

Topical Anesthetic

A gel or liquid applied to numb a small area of the mouth.

Trismus

The inability to open the mouth fully due to muscle spasm.

Unerupted

A tooth that has not yet emerged through the gum.

Veneer

A thin covering placed over the front of a tooth.

Vitality

The condition of being alive or active; in dentistry, it refers to the health of the pulp.

Wisdom Teeth

The third molars, typically the last teeth to erupt.

Xerostomia

Dry mouth due to reduced saliva production.

Zygomatic Arch

The cheekbone.

Acrylic Resin

Material used in dentures and restorations.

Amelogenesis Imperfecta

A genetic condition affecting enamel formation.

Attrition

The wearing down of tooth structure through tooth-to-tooth contact.

Avulsion

The complete displacement of a tooth from its socket.

Bifurcation

The division of a tooth root into two parts.

Cap

Another term for a dental crown.

Composite Resin

Tooth-colored filling material.

Crown Lengthening

A surgical procedure to expose more tooth structure.

Denture Stomatitis

Inflammation of the tissue under a denture.

Diabetes Mellitus

A metabolic disorder affecting the body’s ability to process sugar; impacts oral health.

Ectopic

Refers to something occurring in an abnormal position.

Embrasure

The open space between two teeth.

Exfoliation

The natural shedding of primary teeth.

Fiberotomy

Surgical cutting of fibers in the gum to prevent tooth relapse after orthodontic treatment.

Fistula

An abnormal passage between two internal organs or from an internal organ to the surface of the body.

Fossa

A depression or hollow area on the surface of a tooth.

Gingival Hyperplasia

Overgrowth of gum tissue.

Hyperdontia

The presence of extra teeth.

Hypodontia

The absence of one or more teeth.

Immediate Denture

A denture placed immediately after tooth extraction.

Inlay

A restoration that fits into the grooves of a tooth.

Intrinsic Stain

A stain located within the tooth structure.

Keratinized Tissue

Gums that have developed a protective outer layer of keratin.

Luting Agent

A cement-like material used to attach dental restorations.

Mandibular

Pertaining to the lower jaw.

Maxillary

Pertaining to the upper jaw.

Mesioclusion

A condition where the lower jaw protrudes forward.

Micron

A unit of measurement used in dentistry to describe very small distances.

Mobility

The movement of a tooth within its socket.

Mucosa

The soft tissue lining the inside of the mouth.

Nodule

A small, raised bump in the oral tissue.

Occlusal Guard

A mouthpiece designed to protect teeth from grinding.

Onlay

A restoration that covers one or more cusps of a tooth.

Osteoplasty

Surgical reshaping of bone.

Paresthesia

A sensation of tingling or numbness.

Partial

A denture that replaces some but not all teeth.