Alginate

the most widely used dental impression material

Base

cement placed under a dental restoration to insulate the pulp (nerve chamber)

Calculus

also called tartar, is hardened plaque, a mineralized deposit on teeth formed by saliva, debris, and minerals that can trap stains and cause discoloration

Dental Dam

a thin, stretchable latex or latex-free barrier used to isolate a specific tooth or teeth during treatment

Endodontist

A dentist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of dental pulp diseases

Fabricate

to make, build, or construct