Chapter 1- introduction to dental terminology Made easy-Most tested

What is dental terminology? ️️ Dental terminology is the specialized language used by dental professionals to describe procedures, conditions, and structures of the oral cavity. What does the prefix “peri-” mean in dental terms? ️️ “Peri-” means around, as in periodontal (around the tooth). What is the meaning of the suffix “-ectomy”? ️️ “-ectomy” means surgical removal. What does the root word “dent” refer to? ️️ It refers to teeth. What does the prefix “endo-” mean? ️️ It means inside or within. What is meant by the term “buccal”? ️️ It refers to the cheek side of the teeth. What does “lingual” refer to in dentistry? ️️ It refers to the tongue side of the teeth. What is the meaning of “occlusion”? ️️ It is the way the upper and lower teeth come together when biting. What does the suffix “-itis” indicate? ️️ It indicates inflammation. What is “gingiva”? ️️ It refers to the gums surrounding the teeth. What does “maxillary” refer to? ️️ It refers to the upper jaw. What does “mandibular” refer to? ️️ It refers to the lower jaw. 2 What is the meaning of “proximal”? ️️ It refers to being closer to the center of the mouth or point of attachment. What does “distal” mean in dental terminology? ️️ It means farther from the center or point of attachment. What is the definition of “crown”? ️️ It is the visible part of the tooth above the gum line. What is the “root” of a tooth? ️️ It is the portion of the tooth embedded in the jawbone. What does “mesial” mean? ️️ It refers to the surface of the tooth closest to the midline. What does “occlusal” refer to? ️️ It refers to the chewing surface of posterior teeth. What is “dental plaque”? ️️ It is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth. What does “calculus” mean in dentistry? ️️ It refers to hardened plaque on teeth. What is “caries”? ️️ It refers to tooth decay or cavities. What does “endodontics” study? ️️ It is the branch of dentistry dealing with the dental pulp and root canals. What is “periodontics”? ️️ It is the study of supporting structures of the teeth. What does “orthodontics” focus on? ️️ It focuses on alignment of teeth and jaws. What is the meaning of “prosthodontics”? ️️ It deals with dental prostheses like crowns, bridges, and dentures. What does “pulp” refer to? ️️ It is the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels. What is “enamel”? ️️ It is the hard outer layer of the tooth. 3 What is “dentin”? ️️ It is the layer beneath enamel. What does “alveolar” refer to? ️️ It refers to the bone that supports teeth. What is “apical”? ️️ It refers to the tip of the root. What does “filling” mean in dental context? ️️ It is a material used to restore a decayed tooth. What is “extraction”? ️️ It is the removal of a tooth. What does “sterilization” mean? ️️ It is the process of killing all microorganisms. What is “disinfection”? ️️ It is the process of reducing harmful microorganisms. What does “carcinogenic” mean? ️️ It refers to substances that can cause cancer. What is “halitosis”? ️️ It refers to bad breath. What does “hypersensitivity” mean in dentistry? ️️ It is an increased sensitivity of teeth to stimuli. What is “xerostomia”? ️️ It is dry mouth due to reduced saliva. What does “bruxism” refer to? ️️ It is grinding or clenching of teeth. What is “malocclusion”? ️️ It is misalignment of teeth. What does “gingivitis” mean? ️️ It is inflammation of the gums. What is “periodontitis”? ️️ It is a serious gum infection affecting bone support. 4 What does “orthognathic” mean? ️️ It refers to jaw correction. What is “radiograph”? ️️ It is a dental X-ray image. What does “amalgam” refer to? ️️ It is a silver-colored dental filling material. What is “composite”? ️️ It is a tooth-colored filling material. What does “sealant” mean? ️️ It is a protective coating applied to teeth. What is “prophylaxis”? ️️ It is a professional dental cleaning. What does “abrasion” mean? ️️ It is tooth wear caused by external factors. What is “attrition”? ️️ It is tooth wear from tooth-to-tooth contact. What does “erosion” mean? ️️ It is chemical loss of tooth structure. What is “implant”? ️️ It is an artificial tooth root placed in the jaw. What does “bridge” refer to? ️️ It is a fixed prosthetic replacing missing teeth. What is a “denture”? ️️ It is a removable replacement for missing teeth. What does “occlusal surface” mean? ️️ It is the biting surface of molars and premolars. What is “incisal edge”? ️️ It is the cutting edge of anterior teeth. What does “canine” refer to? ️️ It is a pointed tooth used for tearing food. 5 What is “incisor”? ️️ It is a front tooth used for cutting food. What does “molar” refer to? ️️ It is a back tooth used for grinding. What is “premolar”? ️️ It is a transitional tooth between canines and molars. What does “supra-” mean? ️️ It means above or over. What does “infra-” mean? ️️ It means below or under. What is “palatal”? ️️ It refers to the roof of the mouth. What does “salivary glands” do? ️️ They produce saliva. What is “fluoride”? ️️ It is a mineral that strengthens teeth. What does “gingivectomy” mean? ️️ It is the surgical removal of gum tissue. What is “anesthesia”? ️️ It is the loss of sensation. What does “local anesthesia” mean? ️️ It numbs a specific area. What is “general anesthesia”? ️️ It induces unconsciousness. What does “curettage” mean? ️️ It is scraping of diseased tissue. What is “scaling”? ️️ It is removal of plaque and tartar. What does “root planing” mean?