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Dentistry

Pontic

Health care; Dentistry

The component of a bridge that replaces the missing teeth.

Alveolar bone

Health care; Dentistry

The bone surrounding the root of the tooth; loss of this bone is typically associated with severe periodontal disease.

Antisceptic

Health care; Dentistry

A chemical agent which can be applied to living tissues to destroy germs.

Root trunk

Health care; Dentistry

That portion of the root that is not bifurcated or trifurcated.

Clinical crown

Health care; Dentistry

That portion of the tooth visible in the mouth, extending from the occlusal or incisal edge to the crest of the free gingiva.

Gingival hypertrophy

Health care; Dentistry

The abnormal enlargement of the gingiva surrounding the teeth caused by poor oral hygiene or the use of certain medications.

Antibiotic

Health care; Dentistry

Substance produced by or derived from bacteria which is able to inhibit or kill other bacteria.

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