Terminology #1

Question 1

Anterior

Answer 1

Before, in front of, the teeth located in the front of the mouth

Question 2

Bicuspid

Answer 2

A tooth having two cups

Question 3

Diastema

Answer 3

A large space between two teeth

Question 4

Dentition

Answer 4

All the teeth in the mouth

Question 5

Edentulous

Answer 5

A person without teeth

Question 6

Endodontist

Answer 6

A dentist that specializes in treating conditions inside the tooth

Question 7

Hydrocolloid

Answer 7

An impression material that needs water to be functional

Question 8

Interproximal

Answer 8

the normal space between two teeth

Question 9

Intra Oral

Answer 9

Inside the mouth

Question 10

Malocclusion

Answer 10

Teeth in the arches that don’t fit together correctly

Question 11

Orthodontist

Answer 11

a dentist that straightens and corrects the alignment of the teeth

Question 12

Pedodontist

Answer 12

a dentist that specializes in children’s teeth

Question 13

Periodontist

Answer 13

a dentist that specializes in treating the gingiva and other supporting tissues

Question 14

Prosthodontist

Answer 14

a dentist that specializes in replacing missing parts of the mouth

Question 15

Oral Pathologist

Answer 15

a specialized field that studies disease by use of tissue samples

Question 16

Oral Surgeon

Answer 16

A dentist that surgically corrects malformations of the head and mouth. Including extractions.

Question 17

Dental Health Specialist

Answer 17

A dentist that specializes in teaching dental health

Question 18

Pellicle

Answer 18

A thin film or coating of salivary material deposited on a tooth surfaces

Question 19

Occlusion

Answer 19

The relationship between the maxillary and mandibular teeth when the upper and lower jaws are in a fully closed position

Question 20

Retromolar Area

Answer 20

The portion of the mandible directly posterior to the last molar on each side.