Definition "E" Flashcards
1
Q
Ectopic Eruption
A
To describe a tooth or teeth that erupt in abnormal position
2
Q
Elastics
A
Rubber bands
- used in certain stages of treatment to provide individual teeth movement or jaw alignment
3
Q
Enamel
A
Hard white outer layer of the tooth
- hardest substance in the unnamed body
- what makes it possible to bite and chew
- once broken from tooth or worn away can not regenerate
4
Q
Eruption
A
The process by which teeth enters the mouth
5
Q
Essex retainer
A
Removable retainer made by a clear plastic like material
6
Q
Expander
A
An appliance that widens the jaw
7
Q
Extraction
A
Removal of a tooth
8
Q
Extraoral photographs
A
Photographs taken of the face from front and side views
