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06/16/2011

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Term
Alginate
Definition
A hydrocolloid that will not return to the liquid phase once it forms a solid;
alginate impression materials
-cannot use to make more than 1 model
-falls apart in shorter time
Term
Alloy
Definition
mixture of two or more metals that are mutually soluble in a molten state
Term
Alveolar Bone
Definition
The part of the alveolar process that lines the bony sockets into which the roots of the teeth are embedded
Term
Alveolar Mucosa
Definition
The mucous membrane that covers the alveolar process and continues to form the lining of the cheeks and floor of the mouth
Term
Alveolar Mucosa
Definition
The mucous membrane that covers the alveolar process and continues to form the lining of the cheeks and floor of the mouth
Term
Alveolar Process
Definition
The extension of the maxilla and mandible that surrounds and supports the teeth to form the dental arches. Also known as the alveolar ridge.
Term
Amalgam
Definition
An alloy in which mercury is one of the metals.
Term
Amalgamator
Definition
A device used to MIX mercury with the amalgam alloy. Also used to mix some cements.
Term
Antagonists
Definition
Teeth in opposing arches that normally contact each other in occlusion
Term
Anterior Teeth
Definition
Toward the front
The maxillary and mandibular incisors and cuspids.
Term
Apex
Definition
The area at the end of the root
Term
Articulate
Definition
To come together, to place teeth into occlusion
Term
Articulation
Definition
The contact relationship of upper and lower teeth as they move against each other.
Term
Atricular
Definition
Lab device that simulates jaw movement with casts of arches attached
Term
Attrition
Definition
Loss of tooth structure as a result of wear
Term
Base
Definition
Layer of cement that acts as an insulator and protective barrier under a dental restoration
Term
Baseplate
Definition
A rigid, performed shape use during the fitting of a complete denture to temporarily represent the base of the denture
Term
Bifucation
Definition
Area in a two rooted tooth where the roots divide
Term
Bite Block
Definition
A device used to hold the mouth open during operative and oral surgery procedures
Term
Bite Block
Definition
A device used to hold the mouth open during operative and oral surgery procedures
Term
Bite Block
Definition
A device used to hold the mouth open during operative and oral surgery procedures
Term
Bite Plane
Definition
A fixed appliance made of acrylic used to correct crossbites
Term
Bite Plane
Definition
A fixed appliance made of acrylic used to correct crossbites
Term
Bonding (dentin)
Definition
Establishment of a micromechanical bond between cut dentin and bonding agent. Joining together securely with an adhesive substance
Term
Bonding (enamel)
Definition
Establishment of a mechanical bond between etched enamel and the resin restorative or luting material
Term
Border Moulding
Definition
Shaping border areas with impression material by functional or manual manipulation of the soft tissue adjacent to the borders
Term
Border Moulding
Definition
Shaping border areas with impression material by functional or manual manipulation of the soft tissue adjacent to the borders
Term
Bruxism
Definition
Involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth
Term
Buccal Wall
Definition
Cavity wall nearest to the cheek
Term
Cannula
Definition
A hollow tube commonly used to aid in the placement of an instrument
Term
Cannula
Definition
A hollow tube commonly used to aid in the placement of an instrument
Term
Caries
Definition
dental decay
Term
Cementum
Definition
The substance covering the root surface of the tooth
Term
Centric Occlusion
Definition
The occlusion of opposing teeth when the madible is in centric relation
Term
Centric relation
Definition
the most retruded relation of the lower to upper jaw from which lateral movements can be made at a given vertical dimension
Term
Composite
Definition
Resins used for tooth-colored dental restorations
Term
Composite Resin Veneer
Definition
A veneer of composite resin that is bonded to the tooth surface
Term
Coping
Definition
A thin metal covering or cap placed over a prepared tooth
Term
Cusp
Definition
A pointed or rounded eminence on the surface of a tooth
Term
Dentition
Definition
Natural teeth in the dental arch
Term
Diagnostic Casts
Definition
Replicas of the tissues from the maxillary and mandibular arches made from impressions
Term
Diastema
Definition
An abnormal space between teeth, usually between maxillary central incisors
Term
Die
Definition
An accurate replica of the prepared portion of a tooth used in the laboratory during the fabrication of a cast restoration
Term
Distal wall
Definition
Cavity wall in the resorative process nearest tohe distal surface of the tooth
Term
Distal
Definition
Away from the midline
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