A collection of pus. Usually forms because of infection.
A tooth or tooth structure which is responsible for anchoring a permanent bridge or a denture.
A silver filling material containing mercury. Our office does not use amalgam.
An agent that causes temporary loss of sensation/feeling.
The front position.
The end of the root.
Wearing of teeth due to activities such as chewing.
An injury that causes a tooth to be completely knocked out of the mouth.
A kind of dental x-ray taken with the teeth biting together. The main function of this kind of x-ray is to detect cavities between teeth and determine how much bone support is present
Whitening of teeth.
A dental appliance cemented inside the mouth to replace missing teeth.
Teeth grinding.
The third tooth from the middle front of the jaw. There are four canines and they are the longest teeth in humans.
An ulceration with yellow base and red border in the mouth. It can be caused by trauma or a virus.
Tooth decay.
A hole in the tooth.
A model of teeth.
The process of "gluing" an appliance/prosthesis on the supporting teeth.
An anti-microbial agent available in many forms such as gels and rinses. It is an effective agent in controlling gum diseases.
The metal arm extending from a removable partial denture. It helps hold onto natural tooth structure to and provide an anchor for the partial denture.
An ulcer or blister on lip caused by a virus.
White filling.
An abnormal bite with the lower teeth aligning toward the check/ lip side more than the upper teeth.
A crown is like a "cap" on a tooth. It covers the tooth partially or totally above the gum to restore its function, appearance, and strength.
An area of the tooth that becomes soft. This is caused by bacteria taking minerals out of the enamel and dentin of the tooth. An infection results and this must be treated.
A branch of medicine that involves diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of any disease concerning teeth, oral cavity, and associated structures.
The position, type, and number of teeth in upper and lower jaw.
An appliance which replaces missing teeth and neighboring structures. There are many different types of dentures (immediate/complete or full/partial/overdenture/temporary) to satisfy different treatment requirements and patient preferences.
A procedure to reduce the sensitivity of teeth.
The process of identifying dental disease.
The space between two adjacent teeth.
Farthest from the front of the mouth.
Loss of all teeth.
Dentistry specializing in dental pulp (innermost part of a tooth containing nerves and blood vessels)
The process of a tooth appearing in the mouth.
Cutting something off or removing it.
When a tooth is partially pushed out of its socket.
Shaped replacement material used to restore a tooth's function and appearance.
A temporary removable denture which replaces missing teeth during treatment
A thread/tape for cleaning between teeth, where bacteria thrive.
A mixture containing fluorine (an element known for its ability to strenghten). These treatments are applied to teeth in gels or rinses to strengthen teeth and prevent tooth decay.
The metal skeleton of a removable partial denture which supports false teeth and plastic attachments.
When a tooth can not erupt normally or is stuck underneath another tooth or bone.
A titanium cylinder placed in the jaw bone to support a dental appliance such as a crown, denture or permanent bridge.
A mold using a paste-like material to make a tooth model.
The cutting edge of front teeth.
The four upper and lower front teeth.
A restoration (gold, porcelain, or composite) that securely fits in a tooth like a missing puzzle piece. It help restore the normal function, appearance, and strenght of the tooth.
The area between two adjacent teeth.
The side of the tooth towards the tongue.
The side of the tooth towards the middle of the mouth.
The last three upper and lower teeth on both sides of the mouth.
A device worn in the mouth to prevent injury to teeth and/or jaw during sport events.
A kind of mouthguard worn at night time to allow the jaw to relax and prevent damage to the teeth from clenching and grinding
The biting surface of the back teeth.
How the upper and lower teeth come together.
A restoration that covers the entire biting surface of a tooth.
When the upper front teeth are not able to contact the opposing lower teeth when the mouth is closed.
A healthy bite where upper teeth extend over lower teeth when they come together.
Filling material that hangs over the border of the cavity.
The roof of the mouth.
An x-ray film used to obtain a wide view of upper and lower jaw sand their associated structures.
An opening on a tooth or other oral structure.
The area surrounding the end of the root of a tooth.
A specialty of dentistry involving diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of gum (periodontal) disease.
Adult teeth. The first permanent tooth usually comes in around 6 years of age.
A piece of "nail-like" metal used to help retain a filling.
A process to make a tooth, filling or denture smooth and glossy.
The false tooth in a permanent bridge used to replace the missing tooth.
Used as a support for reconstructing a broken tooth.
Located at the back.
An approval from particular authority (usually insurance company) before any action (treatment) is carried out.
Medication needed before treatment.
The two teeth located in front of the molars.
Baby teeth.
The procedure of teeth polishing. It also means the prevention of diseases.
An artificial piece which replaces missing teeth and their associated structures.
Dentistry involving prosthesis.
The innermost part of a tooth containing nerves and blood vessels.
The removal of the whole pulp inside a tooth.
The removal of the top part of the pulp inside a tooth.
An x-ray picture.
Regular checkup and teeth cleaning appointments to optimize oral health and a beautiful smile.
Reattaching a crown or bridge.
Any shaped replacement material used to restore the normal appearance and function of a tooth or area in the mouth. It can be a filling, crown, permanent bridge, denture,etc.
A plastic mold or wire used to maintain the position of teeth after orthodontic treatment. It can be permanent or removable.
The process of revising root canal treatment.
The bottom part of tooth. It anchors the tooth to its supporting bone.
The canal inside the root of the tooth which contains nerves and blood vessels.
A treatment of the root canal to remove infection.
Cleaning the root areas of teeth.
A non-latex (rubber) sheet that fits around teeth. It isolates the treatment area from the rest of the mouth.
Cleaning teeth below the gumline.
A thin layer of plastic-like material covering the deep grooves and pits on molars and premolars to prevent decay.
Using medication to calm a patient.
An appliance to hold the space between teeth.
An appliance or a material to prevent movement of a mobile part.
The joint in front of the ear that links the lower jaw to the upper jaw, which is part of the skull.
An nonpathologic outgrowth of bone. It usually develops on the roof of the mouth or around the lingual or tongue side of the lower jaw.
A layer of tooth-colored material (porcelain or composite) that attaches to the front of the tooth. It improves the appearance of the tooth by restoring its shape or color.
The eighth (also the last) tooth from the front of the mouth.
Dry mouth
Mark O. Finney, DDS | Dentist New Brighton MN
2459 15th Street Northwest • New Brighton, MN 55112
Phone: (651) 631-3100 • Fax: (651) 631-1728
Dentist Dr. Finney practices family dentistry including dental implants, invisalign, tooth extractions, crowns, fillings, bridges,
TMJ night guards, porcelain veneers & teeth whitening to Arden Hills, Fridley, Columbia Heights, Shoreview, St. Anthony, Blaine & Mounds View MN
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