Dental Careers
This is the only doctor in the office and diagnoses oral diseases
Dentist
A protective barrier placed on molars that protects against cavities
Sealants
Custom caps that restore damaged teeth
Crown
This word means "mouth"
Oral
This person organizes the room and comforts patients as necessary
Dental Assistant
Another name for cavities
Caries
Thin porcelain or ceramic placed on teeth to correct severe staining, chips, or minor misalignment
Veneers
Pictures of teeth used to help diagnose problems
x-rays
This person makes dental prosthetics
Dental Technician
A protective barrier against cavities found in toothpaste and mouthwash
Flouride
Replaces natural teeth after they have been fully extracted
Dentures
A soft build-up of food present on the teeth that can be flossed away
Plaque
This person cleans teeth and provides oral health education
Dental Hygienist
Hardened plaque that sticks to the tooth and requires professional cleaning for removal
Calculus
Tooth covers that sometimes are blinged out and enhanced with diamonds
Grills
Duplicates of teeth used to make dental aesthetics
Dental Impressions