Glossary of dental terms
There are 219 entries in this glossary.I
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Impaction |
Partial or completely unexposed tooth that is wedged against another tooth, bone, or soft tissue, precluding the eruption process |
| Implant |
Artificial device replacing tooth root; may anchor an artificial tooth, bridge, or denture |
| Impression |
Mold made of the teeth and soft tissues |
| Incision and Drainage |
Surgical incision of an abscess to drain suppuration (pus) |
| Incisors |
Four upper and four lower front teeth, excluding the cuspids (canine teeth) |
| Infiltration |
Local anesthetic procedure effective for upper teeth and soft tissue; placement of anesthetic under the gum, allowing it to seep into bone |
| Inlay |
Indirect - filling made by a dental laboratory that is cemented or bonded into place, direct - placement of dental composite resin restoration at chair side |
| Interocclusal |
Space between upper and lower teeth |
| Interproximal |
Surfaces of adjoining teeth |
| Intraoral Camera |
A small video camera used to view and magnify oral conditions; images may be printed |
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