- Amalgam – Material made from mercury and other alloy mixtures used to restore a drilled portion of a tooth.
- Anaesthesia – Medications used to relieve pain.
- Anterior teeth – Front teeth. Also called incisors and cuspids.
- Arch – The upper or lower jaw.
- Baby bottle tooth decay – Caused by sugary substances in breast milk and some juices, which combine with saliva to form pools inside the baby’s mouth.
- Bicuspids -A premolar tooth; tooth with two cusps, which are pointed or rounded eminences on or near the masticating surface of a tooth.
- Bitewings – X-rays that help a dentist diagnose cavities.
- Bonding – Application of tooth-coloured resin materials to the surface of the teeth.
- Bridge – A prosthetic replacement of one or more missing teeth cemented or otherwise attached to the abutment teeth or implant replacements.
- Bruxism – Teeth grinding.
- Calculus – A hard deposit of mineralized substance adhering to crowns and/or roots of teeth or prosthetic devices.
- Canal – The narrow chamber inside the tooth’s root.
- Canines – Also called cuspids.
- Canker sore – One that occurs on the delicate tissues inside your mouth. A canker sore is usually light-coloured at its base and can have a red exterior border.
- Caries – A commonly used term for tooth decay, or cavities.
- Cold sore – Usually occurs on the outside of the mouth, usually on or near the nose or lips. A cold sore is contagious because it is caused by the herpes simplex virus, and it is usually painful and filled with fluid.
- Composite filling – Tooth coloured restorations, also known as resin fillings.
- Composite resin – A tooth coloured resin combined with silica or porcelain and used as a restoration material.
- Contouring – The process of reshaping teeth.
- Crown – An artificial tooth replacement that restores missing tooth structure by surrounding the remaining coronal tooth structure. It is also placed on a dental implant.
- Cusps – The pointed parts on top of the back teeth’s chewing surface.
- Cuspids – Front teeth that typically have a protruding edge.
- Dentin – The tooth layer underneath the enamel.
- Denture – A removable set of teeth.
- Endodontics – A form of dentistry that addresses problems affecting the tooth’s root or nerve.
- Fluoride – A harmless over-exposure to fluoride resulting in tooth discoloration.
- Fluorosis – A harmless over-exposure to fluoride and resulting sometimes in tooth discoloration.
- Gingiva – Another word for gum tissue.
- Gingivitis – A minor disease of the gums caused by plaque.
- Gum disease – An infection of the gum tissues. Also called periodontal disease.
- Impacted teeth – A condition in which a tooth fails to erupt or only partially erupts.
- Implant – A permanent appliance used to replace a missing tooth.
- Incisor – Front teeth with cutting edges; located in the centre or on the sides near the front.
- Inlay – An artificial filling made of various materials, including porcelain, resin, or gold.
- Laminate veneer – A shell that is bonded to the enamel of a front tooth. The shell is usually thin and made from porcelain resin.
- Malocclusion – Bad bite relationship.
- Mandible – The lower jaw.
- Maxilla – The upper jaw.
- Molar – Usually the largest teeth, near the rear of the mouth. Molars have large chewing surfaces.
- Neuromuscular Dentistry – Addresses more than the aches and pains felt in and around the neck and head that are associated with your teeth and jaw.
- Onlay – A filling designed to protect the chewing surface of a tooth.
- Orthodontics – A field of dentistry that deals with tooth and jaw alignment.
- Over denture – A non-fixed dental appliance applied to a small number of natural teeth or implants.
- Palate – Roof of the mouth.
- Partial denture – A removable appliance that replaces missing teeth.
- Paediatric Dentistry – A field of dentistry that deals with children’s teeth
- Perio pocket – An opening formed by receding gums.
- Periodontal disease – Infection of the gum tissues. Also called gum disease.
- Periodontist – A dentist who treats diseases of the gums.
- Permanent teeth – The teeth that erupt after primary teeth. Also called adult teeth.
- Plaque – A sticky, colourless substance that covers the teeth after sleep or periods between brushing.
- Posterior teeth – The bicuspids and molars. Also called the back teeth.
- Primary teeth – A person’s first set of teeth. Also called baby teeth or temporary teeth.
- Prophylaxis – The act of cleaning the teeth.
- Prosthodontics – The field of dentistry that deals with artificial dental appliances.
- Pulp – The inner tissues of the tooth containing blood, nerves and connective tissue.
- Receding gum – A condition in which the gums separate from the tooth, allowing bacteria and other substances to attack the tooth’s enamel and surrounding bone.
- Resin filling – An artificial filling used to restore teeth. Also called a composite filling.
- Root canal – A procedure in which a tooth’s nerve is removed and an inner canal cleansed and later filled.
- Root planning – Scraping or cleansing of teeth to remove heavy build-up of tartar below the gum line.
- Sealant – A synthetic material placed on the tooth’s surface that protects the enamel and chewing surfaces.
- TMJ – Temporomandibular joint disorder. Health problems related to the jaw joint just in front of the ear.
- Tarter – A hardened substance (also called calculus) that sticks to the tooth’s surface.
- Veneer – A laminate applied or bonded to the tooth.
- Whitening – A process that employs special bleaching agents for restoring the colour of teeth.
- Wisdom tooth – Third set of molars that erupt last in adolescence.
Oris Dental, your family dentist in sunshine coast, is dedicated to providing reliable and effective dental services that cater to the unique needs of your entire family. Let us be your trusted partner in dental care and schedule your appointment with us today!
Tags:
Dr. Adarsh Pisharodi Post Author
Dr. Adarsh Pisharodi, serving as the principal dentist at Oris Dental, brings a wealth of expertise spanning over 26 years to his esteemed practice. Specializing in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and orthodontics, he takes immense pride in rejuvenating countless smiles and instilling confidence in Sunshine Coast residents. As an esteemed member of the Australian Dental Association and esteemed dental societies, he remains steadfast in delivering exceptional care to his patients.
