Older brand name for a local anesthetic, currently replaced by safer, more effective agents
Archives
NSAID
Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, often used as a dental analgesic
Occlusion
Closure; relationship of the upper and lower teeth upon closure
Onlay
Laboratory produced restoration covering one or more cusps of a tooth
Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon
A dental specialist who manages the diagnosis & surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and deformities of the mouth and supporting structures; Requires four additional years of training after dental school
Oral and Maxillofacial surgery
Surgical procedures on the mouth including extractions, removal of cysts or tumors, and repair of fractured jaws
Oral Cavity
The mouth
Oral Hygiene
Process of maintaining cleanliness of the teeth and related structures
Oral Pathologist
Dentist specializing in the study of oral diseases
Orthodontics
Dental specialty that treats misalignment of teeth
