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Basic Dental Terminology Flashcards

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NP

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shorthand for New Patient

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FMX

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Full mouth x-rays

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Full mouth x-rays

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20 images composed of 16 periapical and 4 bitewing images

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BW

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x-rays that show teeth above the gum line and the height of the bone between the teeth

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Bitewings

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help diagnose gum disease & cavities between teeth.; 4 bitewings are taken

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VBW

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Vertical bitewings

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Vertical bitewings

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x-rays are turned vertically to show more of the teeth and bone between teeth; 7 images are taken

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Occlusal

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x-rays that show the roof or floor of the mouth and are used to find extra teeth, teeth that have not yet broken through, jaw fractures, a cleft palate, cysts, abcesses or growths

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PAN

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panoramic x-rays

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Panoramic xrays

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shows the position of fully emerged, emerging, and impacted teeth, all in one image

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PA

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periapical x-ray

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Periapical x-ray

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single x-ray that shows a specific area of concern

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TXP

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Treatment Plan

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Treatment Plan

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dentist’s plan for the patient that outlines exactly what dental services is recommended and in what timeframe

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Prophy/Prophylaxis

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cleaning-is a hygiene service for someone that generally has healthy gums and teeth; removing plaque, calculus & stains from teeth

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SRP

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Scaling & Root Planning (deep cleaning or perio therapy)

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Scaling & Root Planning

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deep cleaning below the gumline used to treat gum disease

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Root Planning

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procedure that involves removing tartar, bacteria, & toxic deposits from the root of the tooth, all the way down to where the bum attaches to the tooth

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Perio

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periodontal disease

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periodontal disease

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gum disease; inflammatory disease that affects the soft (gum tissue) and hard structures (bone) that support the teeth

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