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Abutment-Tooth or root that retains or supports a bridge, fixed or removable denture. Amalgam-A silver coloured alloy used in direct dental restorations.  \nAnesthesia-Drugs and procedures that relieve the sensation of pain. Various types include general anesthesia, IV sedation, and local anesthesia.  \nAttrition-The normal wearing down of the surface of a tooth from chewing.  \nAllograft - is a bone or tissue that is obtained from a person's body and transplanted into another person’s body.  \nAutograft - is a bone or tissue that is taken from a part of a person's own body and transplanted into another.  \nBite-The way the mouth closes, or the way in which the upper and lower teeth meet.  \nBonding-A composite resin (white filling material) is applied to a tooth to change its shape and/or color. Bonding also refers to how a filling, orthodontic appliance or some crownsand bridges are attached to teeth.  \nBone graft/augmentation- is a term that describes a variety of procedures used to replace or add bone to an area. These procedures typically involve grafting (adding) bone or bonelike materials to the jaw. The bone can be an autograft (from yourself), allograft (from another person) or xenograft (from a different species than the recipient) .  \nBridge -A bridge, also called a “fixed bridge” or a “fixed dental prosthesis,” is a dental restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth. It extends across an area that has no teeth and is typically made up of an artificial tooth fused between 2 crowns. (A crown is a hollow, artificial tooth that fits over a natural tooth or a dental implant) . The bridge is held firmly in place by your own teeth on each side of the missing one(s) or by dental implants. A bridge is permanent and cannot be removed.  \nBruxism-Involuntary clenching or grinding of the teeth during the day or while asleep.  \nCalculus-Hard deposit of mineralized material, or calcified plaque, that adheres to teeth or crowns. (also known as tarter)  \nCaries-Also called a cavity is a decay lesion or a hole in the tooth caused by tooth decay.  \nCap -A crown, also called a cap, is the covering of a tooth with metal, porcelain or porcelain fused to metal. It covers teeth that are weakened by decay or severely damaged or chipped. The crown restores the tooth and protects it from further damage. Crowns can also be used to cover a discoloured or misshapen teeth.  \nCavity-Also called caries is a decay lesion or a hole in the tooth caused by tooth decay. Cementum-A thin layer of hard connective tissue that covers the root of the tooth. Complete denture-An artificial substitute for all of the natural teeth and adjacent tissues.  \nComposite Filling -A tooth-colored filling material (white filling) that looks like a natural tooth.  \nCrown -A crown, also called a cap, is the covering of a tooth with metal, porcelain or porcelain fused to metal. It covers teeth that are weakened by decay or severely damaged or chipped. The crown restores the tooth and protects it from further damage. Crowns can also be used to cover a discoloured or misshapen teeth.  \nCuspids-The large (pointed) teeth at the corners of the mouth, located between the incisors and bicuspids. (Also known as canine teeth.)  \nCusps-The raised round parts on the chewing surface of the teeth.  \nDeciduous Teeth-Baby teeth or primary teeth include a set of twenty teeth that are usually replaced by permanent teeth.  \nDental Public Health - Dental Public Health is that branch and specialty of dentistry concerned with the diagnosis, prevention and control of dental diseases and the promotion of oral health through organized community efforts. Dental Public Health serves the community through research, health promotion, education and group dental care programs. 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