Intraoral
‘Intraoral’ is a generic dental term relating to the inside of the mouth, as opposed to extraoral.
Month: November 2008
Maxilla palate in the mouth
Maxillary – Relating to the maxilla (upper jaw). The maxilla palate is the medical term for the upper jaw. Like the mandible (lower jaw), it …
Plaque
Plaque is a sticky substance that contains acids and bacteria. It is colourless, odourless, and causes tooth decay.
Pathogen
‘Pathogen’ is the generic term for an organism that can cause disease.
Mandible
The mandible is the medical term for the lower jaw which holds all the lower teeth in place. It is a “U-shaped” bone, with a …
Gingivitis
Gingivitis is essentially gum inflammation caused by dental plaque and poor oral hygiene. It is seen as the first stage of gum disease. Gums are …
Fluoride
Fluoride is a chemical solution that helps harden teeth and acts as an aid to the prevention of tooth decay. Most dental toothpastes and mouthwashes …
Dentures or false teeth
Dentures or false teeth are an artificial replacement or prosthetic devices, for lost teeth in either the upper or lower jaws. Traditionally, dentures are loose …
Cavity or Tooth Decay
Cavities are small holes in teeth caused by tooth decay (also known as dental caries). Commonly, tooth decay is caused by poor oral hygiene, or …
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