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glossary

Periodontal Pocket

Glossary Entry: Periodontal Pocket Overview Definition: A periodontal pocket is a space or crevice that forms between the gum tissue…

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Pericoronitis

Glossary Entry: Pericoronitis Overview Definition: Pericoronitis is an inflammatory condition that occurs when the soft tissue surrounding the crown of…

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Partial Denture

Glossary Entry: Partial Denture Overview Definition: A partial denture is a removable dental appliance used to replace one or more…

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Panorex

Glossary Entry: Panorex Overview Definition: Panorex, also known as a panoramic dental x-ray, is a specialized radiographic technique that captures…

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Overdenture

Glossary Entry: Overdenture Overview Definition: An overdenture is a type of removable dental prosthesis that covers and is supported by…

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Overbite

Glossary Entry: Overbite Overview Definition: An overbite is a dental condition where the upper front teeth overlap significantly over the…

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Orthognathic Surgery

Glossary Entry: Orthognathic Surgery Overview Definition: Orthognathic surgery is a type of surgery performed to correct irregularities in the jawbones…

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Orthodontic Appliance

Glossary Entry: Orthodontic Appliance Overview Definition: An orthodontic appliance is a dental device used to correct misalignments and irregularities in…

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Oral Surgery

Glossary Entry: Oral Surgery Overview Definition: Oral surgery is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on surgical procedures related…

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Oral Surgeon

Glossary Entry: Oral Surgeon Overview Definition: An oral surgeon, also known as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, is a specialized…

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