Dental Glossary
Dental Glossary - West Road Dental Practice serving Oakham and the surrounding area
An artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth.
Conventional bridges are made by crowning the teeth on either side of the gap and attaching a false tooth in the middle. They are fixed in the same way as crowns.
The loss of enamel caused by acid attack. When the enamel is worn away it can lead to pain and sensitivity.
A dental expert specially trained to work with the dentist in giving care to patients. He is mainly concerned with gum health, showing people correct home care and applying preventive materials to the teeth and gums.
Titanium rods, which are surgically placed into the jawbone and act as anchors for fastening dentures or crowns onto.
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