Exposure of dental roots due to shrinkage of the gums as a result of abrasion, periodontal disease or surgery
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Halitosis
Bad breath of oral or gastrointestinal origin
Heimlich Maneuver
Technique employed by rescuer for obstruction of victim’s airway
Hematoma
Swelling of effused blood beneath tissue surface
HMO or DMO
Health (dental) maintenance organization which specifies a health care (dental) provider a patient may see. Profitability depends on minimization of treatment.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Disinfecting solution used in dental irrigation procedures or as mouth rinse
Hygienist
Dental auxiliary who cleans teeth and provides patient education; administers local anesthetic, nitrous oxide and performs periodontal scaling
Hyperemia
Increased blood flow; may cause dental sensitivity to temperature and sweets; may precede an abscess
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
