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glossary

Scaling Instruments

Glossary Entry: Scaling Instruments Overview Definition: Scaling instruments are dental tools used by dental professionals to remove hard deposits, such…

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Salivary Gland

Glossary Entry: Salivary Gland Overview Definition: The salivary gland is a vital part of the oral cavity that produces saliva,…

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Saliva Ejector

Glossary Entry: Saliva Ejector Overview Definition: A saliva ejector is a dental device used to remove excess saliva and fluids…

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Rubber Dam

Glossary Entry: Rubber Dam Overview Definition: Rubber dam is a thin sheet of rubber or latex used in dentistry to…

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Retreatment

Glossary Entry: Retreatment   Overview Definition: Retreatment refers to the process of re-treating a tooth that has previously undergone root…

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Remineralization

Glossary Entry: Remineralization Overview Definition: Remineralization refers to the natural process of restoring minerals to the enamel of the teeth,…

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Receding Gums

Glossary Entry: Receding Gums Overview Definition: Receding gums, also known as gingival recession, is a condition where the gum tissue…

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Radiopaque

Glossary Entry: Radiopaque Overview Definition: Radiopaque refers to a substance or material that is visible on X-ray images due to…

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Radiolucent

Glossary Entry: Radiolucent Overview Definition: Radiolucent refers to a substance or material that allows X-rays or other forms of radiation…

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Pus

Glossary Entry: Tooth Extraction Overview Definition: Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone.…

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