Definitions "B”

Question 1

Band

Answer 1

• a metal ring, usually found on back tooth, cemented to a tooth for strength and anchorage

Question 2

Bite

Answer 2

How top and bottom teeth come together

• each tooth should meet its opposite tooth in a way that promotes functions (biting, chewing, and speaking)
• when teeth and jaws are in proper position should create a pleasing appearance

Question 3

Board-Certified Orthodontist

Answer 3

An orthodontist who has completed an American Board of Orthodontics Specialty Certifications exams

• also known as DIPLOMATE of the “ABOOSC”
• the American board of orthodontics is the only orthodontic specialty certifying board that is recognized by the American Dental Association.

Question 4

Braces

Answer 4

A word commonly used to describe a fixed orthodontic appliance, comprised of brackets, bands, and wires

Question 5

Bracket

Answer 5

The small metal, ceramic, or plastic attachment bonded to each tooth with a tooth-colored adhesive.

• the bracket has a slot that the orthodontic wire fits into.

Question 6

Bridge

Answer 6

Replacement for missing natural tooth/teeth that fills the opening between adjacent teeth.

• most often existing adjacent teeth receive crowns and a false tooth is attached to the crowns

Question 7

Bruxism

Answer 7

Grinding of the teeth, usually during sleep.

• can cause abnormal tooth wear and may lead to pain on jaw joints, facial and/or neck muscles and difficulty opening and closing of the mouth

Question 8

Buccal

Answer 8

Term used to describe the cheek side of the back teeth in both jaws

Question 9

Buccal tube

Answer 9

Small metal part of the brackets welded to the cheek side of the molar band.

• tube holds an archwire, lip bumper, headgear face bow or other type of appliance may used to move the teeth.