Anatomy
Contains blood vessels, lymphatics and nerves.
What is pulp?
Tool use to measure pocket depth
What explorer/probe?
What are the small front teeth called?
What are the incisors?
What is the medical term for dental cleaning?
What is Prophylaxis?
What is the most effective way to prevent dental disease?
What is brushing?
The hardest substance in the body that is unable to regenerate
What is Enamel?
Tool used to scrape under the gum line. It has a curved tip.
What is a currette?
How many teeth does an adult dog have?
What is the name of the outer covering of the tooth?
What is enamel?
Name some methods of dental prevention.
What is Brushing, water additives, dental wipes, safe dental treats, etc. (Some not listed items can be stated)
What is another term for the gums?
What is Gingiva?
Tool use to fatigue the periodontal ligaments
What is an elevator?
What is the function of the canine teeth?
What is the directional term for the side tooth that is facing the cheek?
What is buccal?
Name 3 reasons why dental hygiene is important for the pet.
What is- can lengthen the pets life, takes away pain, makes breath smell better, dental disease causes damage to organs, etc.
Attaches cementum to bone
What is the Periodontal Ligament?
What is the name of the piece that goes on the end of the polisher?
What is a prophy angle?
Another name for upper premolar 4
What is the carnassial tooth
Define this term: Malocclusion
What is-improper alignment of the teeth
How much are our dental estimates when asked over the phone?
What is- We do not give estimates over the phone. Each pet is different and you have no idea how bad the teeth are without looking at them. Offer the client an appointment for a free dental estiate.
This part of the tooth is below the gum and is considered part of the periodontium?
What is cementum?
What is the actual name of the tool we use to chip off tartar?
What is calculus removal forceps?
What is the tooth that tends to collect the largest amount of tartar?
What is upper 4th premolar?
Define this term Alveolus
the socket that surrounds and supports the root of the tooth
What is the type of toy/treat that Dr. Kim hates and can cause U4PM fractures?
What is a nylabone?