Dental 2- Fixed in Google Sheet Flashcards
(200 cards)
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macule
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lesion of the mucous membrane not above skins surface
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polydipsia
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abnormally incresed thirst
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vesicant
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substance that can broduce blistering on direct blistering on direct contact with skin or mucous membrane
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basion
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midline point at the anterior margin of the occipital foramen
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accretions
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accumulation of foreign material such as plaque and calculus on teeth
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asynergy
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lack of special muscular coordination
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hypnic
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inducing or pertaining to sleep
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eupnea
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easy or normal respirations
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hypophysis
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pituitary gland
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parulis
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a gumboil
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nasion
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root of the nose at the median sagittal plane
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mucositis
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inflammation of the mucous membrane
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pronasion
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prominent point on the tip of the nose
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typodont
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artificial model of teeth used for teaching technique esercises
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condyle
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rounded surface at a bone’s articular end
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fluoridate
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add fluoride to a water supply
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hemangioma
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a benign neoplasm
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infradentale
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most anterior point of the alveolar mandibular process
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adjunct
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a drug or other substance that serves a supplemental purpose in therapy
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xanthoma
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small yellow nodules tha generally occur in subcutaneous tissue
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vestibuloplasty
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surgical procedure to restore alveolar ridge height
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alopecia
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deficiency of hair; baldness
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apraxia
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inability to act purposefully due to selective damage to brain centers
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iodophor
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a loose compound of iodine
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leukoplakia
white plaque formed on the oral mucous membranes
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kyphosis
humpback
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kaolin
a fine, pure-white clay
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hydrocelphalus
abnormal accumulation of fluid in the cranial vault
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Abducens
sixth cranial nerve, used for lateral eye sense and movement
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Abfraction
loss of tooth surface in the cervical area, caused by tooth grinding compression forces
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acetaminophen
drug used as an aspirin replacement in children
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acidifier
a chemical ingredient that maintains the required acidity of the fixer and stop-bath solutions
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acidity
condition of being sour; makes litmus paper red
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acquired pellicle
little skin; thin covering on teeth, plaque
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activate
to adjust an appliance so that it will exert effective force on the teeth and jaws
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activator
substance that reacts with the initiator to start polymerization
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acute radiation exposure
radiation resulting from a massive, short-term, ionizing dose, such as an accidental exposure or explosion of radiation material
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adenoid
lymphatic tissue found in the nasopharynx area
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adjunctive orthodontics
procedures necessary to correct or restore function
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adrenocorticosteroids
byproducts from the adrenal cortex; drugs to treat inflamed conditions, allergies, and emergencies
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ala-tragus line
imaginary line from the ala (wing) of the nose to the ear meatus (center)
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allograft
human bone graft from a person other than the patient
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allopexia
deficiency of hair, baldness
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alternating pulse sound
alternate weak and strong pulsations
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alveolectomy
surgical removal of alveolar bone crests
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alveolitis
infection or inflammation of the alveolar bone; a dry socket
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alveolus
bone growth on the border of maxilla and mandible; makes up and forms the tooth sockets
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alveoplastomy
surgical reshaping or contouring of alveolar bone
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AMBU bag
bag placed over the nose and mouth of the victim to force air into the lungs
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amoxicillin
anti-infective antibiotic drug (ex. Amosil, Larotid)
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ampicillin
anti-infective antibiotic type of drug (ex. Polucillin, Omnipen)
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analgesia
without pain
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aneroid
dial-type blood pressure device using air pressure readings
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aneurysm
dilation of a blood vessel due to wall weakness, possible rupture
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anodyne
agent or drug for pain relief (mild drug)
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angina pectoris
pain or pressure around the heart
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ankyloglossia
shortness of the lingual frenum, "tongue-tied", limited tongue movement
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ankylosis
stiff joint caused by bone fusion; tooth fixation, retention of a deciduous tooth
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anopsia
blindness
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anosmia
loss of sense of smell
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anoxia
total lack of oxygen
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antagonism
opposite or contrary action of a drug
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antagonist
opposing tooth; tooth that occludes or counteracts
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antecubital fossa
interior depression of the elbow; blood pressure site
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anticoagulants
drugs used to delay or prevent the clotting of blood
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antiflux
material, usually graphite, applied to retard the forward advance of melted solder
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antihyperlipids
drugs that decrease or prevent high blood lipid plasma
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antipyretic
drug used to reduce a fever
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aperture
opening or port in the lead collimator disk that regulates the size of the beam
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apexification
treatment of a nonvital tooth to stimulate closure
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aphthous ulcer
canker sore
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aplasia
failure of an organ or body part to develop
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apposition
addition of parts; fourth stage of tooth development
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armamentarium
layout of dental equipment and material
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arrested caries
decay showing no progressive tendencies
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arteriosclerosis
small artery closing; may be caused by plaque but usually over the course of time, arteries begin to harden and not be as elastic
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arthrotomy
cutting into a joint
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articular eminence
forms anterior boundary of the glenoid fossa and helps to maintain the mandible in position
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articulate
coming together in a pattern of design, to place in a connected sequence
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articulating paper
colored paper strip for testing level of occlusion
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articulation
movement of teeth of the lower jaw in and up-and-down, tooth position relationship
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articulator
mechanical device that simulates jaw joint actions
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asculate
to listen to movement
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asphyxiation
not breathing, results from oxygen imbalance
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aspirating tips
tip ends placed into suction tubes; used to remove mouth moisture
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atherosclerosis
narrowed arteries caused by buildup of plaque; preventable
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atrioventricular
valve situation between the atrium and the ventricle
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attenuated
diluted or reduced virulence of a pathogenic microbe
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auditory meatus
large opening in temporal bone for passage of the auditory nerve
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auditory ossicles
small bones in the ear; not considered part of the face or skull
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augmentation
buildup of gingival and bone tissue in collapsed area, resulting from tooth extraction
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aural
pertaining to the ear; site for taking temperature
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autogenous
in transplantation, moving a tooth from one area to another in the same cavity
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autograft
bone graft from another site in the same patient
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auxiliary springs
stainless steel attachment used to apply force for directional pull
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axial surface
long-length surface of a tooth; axis
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axillary
under the armpit; site for taking temperature
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biteplane
a removable appliance that covers the occlusal surface of the teeth to prevent twit articulation
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bromopnea
bad breath (aka halitosis)
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calculus
(aka tartar) hardened plaque caused by the accumulation of minerals (e.g.calcium salts) from saliva on plaque
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canine
one of the four pointed teeth in humans; cuspids
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cassette
a lightweight container in which x-ray films are placed for radiation exposure
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carotid
either one of the two main arteries of the neck
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cherubism
genetic disorder resulting in enlargement of cheek tissue and other facial structures
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dens in dente
tooth within a tooth
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dentinogenesis imperfecta
incomplete or improper development of dentin tissue, between enamel and cementum
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early tooth exfoliation
tooth loss resulting in shifting of teeth and loss of position
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ejector
an aspirator; device used to remove debris and fluids
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enameloplasty
reshaping of a tooth/removin a small amount of the enamel by grinding
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fibroma
a hard fibrous/connective tissue tumor in the jaw/mouth, benign
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flexion
bending of a joint, opposite of extension
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foramen
a natural opening in a bone
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forceps
used to grasp tissue and clamp blood vessels
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fossa
a pit, hollow or depression
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gangrene
death of tissue (necrosis) en masse, caused by lack of blood supply
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gemination
division of a single tooth into 2
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gingivosis
desquamative gingivitis (red, ulcerated, shedding gums)
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glenoid
the fossa in the temporal bone in which condyles of the mandible articulate with the skull
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handpieces
help aid dentist in tooth preparation and remove dental decay
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hematoma
mass of blood in tissue
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hemostasis
arrest of bleeding
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hemostat
stops bleeding by clamping the blood vessel
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howe pliers
(aka 110) straight and includes beaks that have a flat rounded end, making them useful for holding items
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humectant
substance that prevents moisture loss
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hyperdontia
supernumerary teeth; teeth that appear in addition to the regular number of teeth
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hyperemia
excessive amount of blood flow to a tissue
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hypodontia
missing teeth due to lack of growth
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intrinsic
internal discoloration of teeth resulting from diet, medication, or excessive fluoride intake during tooth development
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keratosis
type of wart
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lentula
a flexible spiral-wire instrument
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linear applicator
place calcium hydroxide in or glass ionomer in cavity preparation
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lipoma
benign fatty tumor
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lymphangioma
tumor made up of lymphatic vessels
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mendula
lower jaw
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ostectomy
removal/excision of all or part of a bone surrounding a tooth
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osteoma
a benign neoplasm of bone tissue
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papilloma
neoplasm arising from epithelial cells; benign tumor
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periodontium
specialized tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth
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positioner
removable elastic orthodontic appliance
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pulp
area of tooth that holds the nerves and blood vessels of the tooth
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radicular
pertaining to the tooth root
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ranula
muococele in the floor of the mouth in the sublingual duct
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refractory
ability to withstand high temperatures used in procedures
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retraction
laying back of tissues to expose a given part
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scorbutic
lacking vitamin C
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silica
quartz; used to make dental porcelain
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subperiosteal
implant plate or frame placed under the periodontium and stabilized on the mandibular bone; used when bone height/width is insufficient; rests on top of bone
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titration
increase in drug dosage for optimal therapeutic effect
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transosteal
implant; large plate stabilized on the lower border of the mandibular bone with posts extending through the gingiva; used to anchor prostheses in difficult situations
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vasodilator
agent causing dilation of blood vessels
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vasomotor
causing expansion or contraction of blood vessel walls
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verucca vulgaris
benign growth; wart on skin due to viral infection of epidermal cells
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vesicle
a small blister-like elevation of the skin
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periradicular
around the root
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objective signs
conditions observed by someone other than the patient; Ex: hyperextension, putrefaction
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tooth hyperextension
condition in which the tooth arises out of the socket
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putrefaction
noticeable, unpleasant odor
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subjective symptoms
conditions as described by the patient; Ex: hypersensitivity, pulpalgia
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palpation
application of finger pressure to body tissues, including gingiva
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mobility
movement of a tooth in its socket during outside force or application of pressure
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transillumination
light refraction test to reveal fractured tooth tissue
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thermal
pulp sensitivity test with reaction to application of heat and/or cold to tooth surface
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direct dentin stimulation
scratching the exposed dentin with an explorer; presence of pain indicates inflamed/irritated pulp tissue
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suppurative
producing pus
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pericementitis
inflammation and necrosis of alveoli of the tooth
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root end resection
surgical amputation of a root apex; may be necessary where there is a radical cyst
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anesthesia
local injection to relieve pain occurring during the procedure; first step of root canal treatment
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estirpation
removal of the pulpal tissue after the pulpal opening; third step of root canal treatment
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irrigation and cleansing
use of chemicals and instruments to remove tissue dust and material matter from the pulp and pulp canals; fifth step of root canal treatment
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obturation
fillling and closing of the canal area; may consist of filling from the pulp to the apex or may be complete in a retrograde; sixth step of root canal treatment
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retrograde
process of filling a root canal beginning from the apex of the tooth to the pulp
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retrofill endodontic restoration
process of filling a root canal beginning from the apex of the tooth to the pulp
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restoration
returning of tooth to normal function and purpose; last step of root canal treatment
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dental dam
used to isolate the endodontic site
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dental dam material
thin sheet of latex or non-latex rubber that varies in thickness, color, and size; component of a dental dam
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dental dam frame
device used to hold dental dam material in place; may be metal or plastic, rigid or adjustable
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dental dam punch
device used to place selected holes in dam material for isolating a tooth/teeth
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dental dam forceps
hand device used to transport and place clamps/retainers around a tooth being isolated with a dental dam
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rubber dam stamp and pad
marking stamper and pad devices used to indicated alignment spots for puncturing dental dam material with the punch
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dental dam clamp
retaining device used to hold dental dam material around the tooth; may be metal or resin and vary in size, shape, and style
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dental dam ligature
material used to hold and secure dam material in the mouth; Ex: dental floss, latex stabilizing cord, small piece of dental dam
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file
Thin, rough-edged instrument used to plane and smooth pulpal wall
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flex file
stainless steel or nickel titanium alloy file that is stronger and more flexible; used in narrow, curved root canals
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pesso reamer
thicker, engine-driven reamer with larger and longer parallel cutting edges for use in root canal openings
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paper points
small, narrow, absorbent paper tips that may be inserted into an obturated root canal; used to dry the prep site or to carry medication to the area; available in various gauges and lengths or may have tips cut off to accommodate needed size
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stopper
small piece of elastic band or commercial plug that is moved up or down the shaft of an endodontic instrument; used to mark and indicated the length of penetration
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rotary burs and stones
friction grip burs with diamond or carbide tips used to gain access to a root canal through restoration and crowns
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root canal plugger
longer-shanked with a flat tipped nib; used to condense and adapt root canal filling material
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root canal condenser
handled, long-tip instrument that may be heated and used to condense gutta-percha to root canal walls
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Lentulo spiral drill
thin, twisted wire, latch-type rotary instrument used to spread calcium hydroxide or cement into a root canal
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apex locator machine
used to determine the proximity of the test file to the root apex and relate the information to PC board screen during preparation of a root canal
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heat carrier machine
provides adjustable heat to soften, deliver, and condense gutta-percha to a root canal
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electric endodontic handpiece
permits the use of instruments at slow speeds for finger instrumentation
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Luer-loc syringe
barrel-type syringe with piston force plunger; used to inject fluids into the cavity
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silver points
tapered silver points comparable in size to files and reamers; used to fill a root canal
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cement pastes and fillers
zinc oxide and eugenol mixes with commercial materials; used to cement points in a root canal
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sodium hypochlorite
chemical used to clean and sterilize
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hydrogen peroxide
chemical used to clean and sterilize
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glycerin
used to lubricate root canal
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chelator
chemical ion softener used to soften tissue
