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Aphthous ulcer

Health care; Dentistry

Also known as a canker sore, is a small sore that forms inside of the mouth. Aphthous ulcers are usually white, yellow or light grey and sometimes have a small red border surrounding them.

Alveolar osteitis

Health care; Dentistry

Alveolar Osteitis, also known as a dry socket, is a condition that can occur after a tooth has been removed.

Apicoectomy

Health care; Dentistry

The surgical removal of the very tip of the root of a tooth. An apicoectomy is performed to treat a dead tooth.

Abrasion

Health care; Dentistry

The wearing away of tooth structure due to factors such as poor brushing, using a hard bristled tooth brush or grinding the teeth; this type of wear is not caused by chewing.

Composite

Health care; Dentistry

A dental material that is usually used for tooth-colored fillings and hardens with a curing light. Composite material contains acrylic and glass particles, but no mercury.

Canker sore

Health care; Dentistry

A canker sore is a small sore that forms inside of the mouth. Canker sores are usually white, yellow or light grey and sometimes have a small red border surrounding them.

Dry mouth is the reduced flow of saliva. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, pronounced zeer-o-sto-me-uh. Dry mouth can contribute to several dental problems such as decay, gingivitis and ...