Definitions “A”

Question 1

Active treatment

Answer 1

The stage of orthodontic treatment when teeth are being moved and or/jaws aligned.

Question 2

Advanced Periodontitis

Answer 2

• Most severe form of gum ( periodontal) disease. Chronic infection of the gums, caused by accumulation of plaque under the gum line.
• The plaque contains bacteria that produces toxins that destroys soft tissue and bone that hold teeth in place.
• pockets Appear & deepen, gums recede and bone dissolves. Teeth become loose and can be removed if needed.

Question 3

Aligners

Answer 3

Clear removable appliances that are used to straighten teeth

Question 4

American association of Orthodontists (AAO)

Answer 4

• professional association of educationally qualified orthodontic specialists who creates healthy, beautiful smiles.
• only admits orthodontists as members
• being a member is assurance that the doctor is an orthodontist

Question 5

Anterior

Answer 5

Front

Question 6

Appliances

Answer 6

An attached device to the teeth or removable, designed to move the teeth, change the position of the jaw, or hold the teeth in the finished positions after braces or aligners are removed.

Question 7

Arch

Answer 7

Upper or lower jaw

Question 8

Archwire

Answer 8

• The metal wire that is attached to the brackets

* used to move the teeth

Question 9

Attachments

Answer 9

• The tooth-colored “bumps” placed on teeth during clear aligners treatment.
• help move the teeth while the patient wears aligners.
• removed once treatment is complete