Saliva

Clear lubricating fluid in the mouth containing water, enzymes, bacteria, mucus, viruses, blood cells and undigested food particles

Saliva Ejector

Suction tube placed in the mouth to remove saliva

Salivary Glands

Located under tongue and in cheeks, produce saliva

Scaling and Root Planning

Meticulous removal of plaque and calculus from tooth surfaces

Sealants

Thin resin material bonded in the pits and fissures of back teeth for the prevention of decay

Secondary Dentin

Reparative tooth structure produced by the pulp in response to tooth irritation

Sequstrum

Loosened spicule of bone pushed to the surface

Sinusitis

Inflammation of the sinus that may mimic dental pain

Sleep Apnea

The periodic interruption or delay in breathing during sleep

Space Maintainer

Dental device that holds the space lost through premature loss of baby teeth

Splint

Connection of two or more teeth so they function as a stronger single structure

Splint

Connection of two or more teeth so they function as a stronger single structure

Supernumerary Tooth

Extra tooth

Suppuration

Bacterial contamination of tissue exudates; pus

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