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Unit 12
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Additive | a substance added to another substance, changing its effect |
| Axilla | underarm or armpit area |
| Bridge | a type of dental appliance that replaces missing or pulled teeth |
| Dandruff | excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp |
| Dentures | Artificial teeth |
| Edema | swelling in body tissues caused by excess fluid |
| Edentulous | lacking teeth; toothless |
| Gingivitis | inflammation of the gums |
| Grooming | practices to care for oneself, such as caring for fingernails and hair |
| Halitosis | bad breath |
| Hygiene | practices to keep the body clean |
| Partial bath | bath that includes washing the face, underarms, hands, and perineal area |
| Pediculosis | an infestation of lice |
| Periodontitis | gum disease |
| Plaque | a substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria |
| Tartar | hard deposits on the teeth that are filled with bacteria; may cause gum disease and loose teeth if not removed |