Nitrous oxide; odorless inhalation agent that produces relative analgesic (sedation); reduces anxiety and creates a state of relaxation
Archives
Lesion
Injury of bodily tissue due to infection, trauma or neoplasm
Local Anesthesia
Partial or complete elimination of pain sensation, in the immediate vicinity of its application or injection
MAGD
Masters Academy of General Dentistry
Malocclusion
“Bad bite” or misalignment of the upper and lower teeth
Managed Care
Program whereby patient-dentist assignment and dentist reimbursement is administered by a separate, external organization
Mandible
The lower jaw
Margin
Interface between a restoration and tooth structure
Maryland Bridge
A bridge that is bonded to the back of the adjacent teeth; requires minimum tooth reduction
Mastication
Process of chewing food
