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1
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chemicals, devices, or procedures that reduce or eliminate disease or tooth destruction in the oral cavity

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Prevention/Preventive Aids

2
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naturally occurring mineral that helps protect tooth structure from dental caries

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Fluoride

3
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enamel condition caused by consumption of excess levels of fluoride

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Fluorosis

4
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action that removes mineral from the tooth, usually caused by acids

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Demineralization

5
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a disease process whereby bacteria in plaque metabolize carbohydrates and produce acids that remove mineral from teeth and permit bacteria to invade the tooth and do further damage

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Dental Caries

6
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tooth mineral that results when fluoride is incorporated into the tooth

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Fluorapatite

7
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substances or microorganisms that promote dental carries

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Cariogenic

8
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loss of tooth mineral caused by dietary or gastric acids, not by bacterial metabolism (caries process)

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Erosion

9
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liquid used to rinse the oral cavity to reduce or suppress bacteria associated with dental caries or periodontal disease

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Antibacterial Mouth Rinse

10
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property of a material to have prolonged therapeutic effect after its initial use

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Substantivity

11
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available in retail or drug stores without a doctor’s prescription

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Over-the-Counter (OTC)

12
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a protective resin that is bonded to enamel to protect pits and fissures from dental carries

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Sealant

13
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a chemical that seals open dentinal tubules in order to reduce tooth sensitivity to air, sweets, and temperature changes

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Desensitizing Agent

14
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a hard or pliable material that protects teeth from trauma during sports activities or as the results of teeth grinding

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Mouth Guard

15
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made specifically to fit one individual

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Custom-Made

16
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a cosmetic process that uses chemicals to remove discolorations from teeth or to lighten them

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Bleaching

17
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stains occurring on the tooth surface

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Extrinsic Stains

18
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stains that are incorporated into the tooth structure, usually during the tooth’s development

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Intrinsic Stains