Dental Terms
organic and inorganic food that provides nourishment essential for growth and essential for life.
what is Nutrients
Polishing technique used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth"
what is coronal polishing?
Energy• Bulk• Make other compounds
what is a function of carbohydrates
"method of recording the amount of gingival bleeding present"
what is a bleeding index
"thin coating applied to the occlusal pits and fissures of teeth to prevent decay"
what is a dental sealant
promotes tooth decay
what is cariogenic
"stains that occur on the external surfaces of the teeth that may be removed by polishing"
what is extrinsic stains?
By Limiting the frequency of eating cariogenic foods you are?
what is preventing dental carries
"surgical removal of diseased gingival tissues"
what is a gingivectomy
"among low-income children (utilization of sealants is only about____%
what is 30 %
Type of fat found in your body that gives energy to your body.
what is Triglycerides
"commercial premixed abrasive paste used for polishing teeth and restorations"
what is prophy paste
"Whole grains, green leafy vegetables, organ meats, milk, eggs" are what type of vitamins
what is b2
dentist with advanced education in the specialty of periodontics
what is a periodontist
"sealant firmly adhering to the tooth surface"
also known as lipids; are compounds of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen and are a major class of energy-rich foods.
what is Fats
" stains developed from within the structure of the tooth"
what is endogenous stains
polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats.
what is good cholesterol
"deepening of the gingival sulcus beyond normal; results from periodontal disease"
what is a periodontal pocket
"chemical reaction of molecules changing from a simple chemical into another substance"
what is polymerization
proteins used by the body to build and repair tissue
what is amino acids
"oral prophylaxis (proe-fi-LAK-sis) the complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from the teeth"
what is a dental prophylaxis?
focus's on the amount of essential nutrients needed on a daily basis to prevent deficiency diseases."
"Recommended Dietary Allowances
dental specialty involved with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting tissues
what is periodontics
"microscopic passage of bacteria and oral fluids at the border of the tooth structure and the sealant or restoration"
what is micro leakage