Tooth Restorations

Flashcards about tooth restoration.

Tooth Restoration

To return a tooth to its normal function by removing decay and preparing the site.

Classification of Caries

A classification system for tooth decay, ranging from Class I to Class VI.

Dry Field

Maintaining a dry environment in the mouth during dental procedures.

Debridement

The process of removing debris and bacteria from a tooth.

Tooth Form

The shape and form given to a tooth during restorative procedures.

Outline Form

The external shape of the cavity preparation.

Convenience Form

The accessibility and visibility in preparing the tooth.

Retention Form

Features incorporated into the cavity preparation to hold the restoration in place.

Resistance Form

Features of the cavity preparation that enable the tooth and restoration to withstand occlusal forces.

Tofflemire Matrix

Matrix used for Class II restorations.

Varnish

Material used to seal dentin tubules and reduce sensitivity.

Liner

A thin layer of material placed to protect the pulp.

Acid Etchant

Used to create micromechanical retention on enamel.

Bonding Agent

A chemical or physical process that binds a restoration to a tooth surface.

Base

A thick layer of material used to protect the pulp and provide thermal insulation.

Cement

A substance used to adhere two materials together.

Manipulation

The act of mixing materials together.

Homogenous

Uniform in composition throughout.

Trituration

The mechanical mixing of dental materials.

Mulling

Continuing to blend the material.

Dissipate

To cause to spread out or disperse.

Polymerization

The chemical process by which monomers link to form polymers.

Bonding

The force of adhesion between two surfaces.

Amalgam

A common dental restorative material made of a metal alloy.

Composite

A tooth-colored restorative material.

Veneer

A thin layer of material covering a tooth.

Increment

Process of incrementally adding material to a cavity preparation.