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Terminology

TermDefinition
Calculus Plaque adhered to tooth structure that becomes mineralized by calcium and phosphate salts from saliva
Clinical Crown That portion of the tooth that is visible in the oral cavity
Coronal Technique to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth
Endogenous Stains Stains developed from within the structure of the tooth
Exogenous Stains Stains that occur on the external surfaces of the teeth that may be removed by polishing
Extrinsic Stains Stains that occur on the external surfaces on the teeth that may be removed by polishing
Fulcrum Finger rest used when an instrument or handpiece is held for a specified time
Intrinsic Stains Stains that occur within the tooth structure that may not be removed by polishing
Nasmyth's Membrane Residue from epithelial tissue on the crowns of newly erupted teeth that may become extrinsically stained
Oral Prophylaxis The complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from the teeth
Prophy Paste Commercial premixed abrasive paste used for polishing teeth and restorations
Rubber Cup Polishing Technique that is used to remove plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces of the teeth
Acrylate Chemical agent composed of acrylic acid and methacrylic acid
Dental Sealant Thin coating applied to the occlusal pits and fissures of teeth to prevent decay
Filled Resin Sealant material that contains filler particles
Light-Cured Type of material that is polymerized by a curing light
Microabrasion (Air Abrasion) Technique used to prepare the enamel surface of a tooth before sealant placement
Microleakage Microscopic passage of bacteria and oral fluids at the border of the tooth structure and the sealant or restoration
Polymerization Chemical reaction of molecules changing from a simple chemical into another substance
Sealant Retention Sealant firmly adhering to the tooth surface
Self-Cured Type of material that is polymerized by chemical reactions
Unfilled Resin Sealant material that does not contain filler particles
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