Doctors who examen teeth and mouth tissue
What is a dentist
hard yellow substance that surrounds the pulp (most of tooth)
What is dentin?
Dangling fleshy object at back of mouth.
What is the uvula?
Clinical name for bad breath.
What is halitosis?
Squarish, sharp edged teeth at the front and middle of mouth.
What are incisors?
Perform preliminary examinations of teeth and mouth, removes stains and deposits from teeth
What is a dental hygienist?
Soft, innermost portion of the tooth.
What is the pulp?
Located on either side of the uvula.
What are tonsils?
First stage of gum disease
What is gingivitis?
long and sharp and to the sides of incisors
Canine teeth
Make and repair dental structures such as dentures, crowns, and bridges.
What is a dental laboratory technician?
Outermost layer of the tooth
What is enamel?
Hard palate that divides the mouth from the nose.
What is the pharynx?
Can damage tooth bone and cause tooth loss.
What is periodontitis?
membrane covered roof of mouth.
What is a palate?
Prepare patients and equipment for dental examinations.
What is a dental assistant?
fancy way of saying (chewing)
Mastication
lines the mouth to keep it moist.
What are mucous membranes?
When tonsils become inflamed.
What is tonsilitis?
Hardened plaque that is difficult to remove.
What is tartar?
the last teeth to erupt.
What are wisdom teeth?
Secrete Saliva
What are salivary glands?
Bony layer under the gumline.