Mod 140 Week 4 Terms Flashcards
Type of dentistry that improves the appearance of teeth by camouflaging defects and whitening teeth
Esthetic dentistry
A space between 2 teeth
Diastema
Surface of the cavity preparation perpendicular to the pulp of the teeth
Pulpal wall
Internal surface of a cavity preparation
Cavity wall
Internal surface of a cavity preparation positioned in the same vertical direction as the pulp within the tooth
Axial wall
Thin layer of composite resin or porcelain bonded or cemented to a prepared facial surface
Veneer
Basis of a stronger system us d to retain and support a tooth restoration
Retention pin
Process of decay removal and tooth design in preparation for restoring a tooth
Cavity preparation
Term commonly used to describe restorative and esthetic dentistry
Operative dentistry
Matrix system designed to establish a temporary interproximal wall for the restoration of a tooth surface without use of retainer
Auto matrix
Foundation that binds or holds the dental material and tooth together during the setting process
Matrix
Brand name for clear plastic strip used to provide a temporary wall for restoration of an anterior tooth
Mylar
Dental device used to hold a matrix band in place during restoration of a class 2 cavity
Universal retainer
Wooden or plastic triangular device placed in the embrasure to provide the contour needed when a class 2 lesion is restored
Wedge
Artistically pleasing and beautiful appearance
Esthetics
