Removal or reshaping of thin muscle tissue that attaches the upper or lower lips to the gum, or the tongue to the floor of the mouth
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Full Denture
Removable dental prosthesis (appliance) replacing all upper or lower teeth
Full Mouth Reconstruction
Extensive restorations of natural teeth with crowns and or fixed bridges to manage bite problems
General Anesthesia
Controlled state of unconsciousness, accompanied by a partial or complete loss of pain sensation, protective reflexes, and the ability to respond purposefully to physical stimulation or verbal command
Geographic Tongue
Benign changes in the usual color and texture of tongue; does not require treatment
Gingiva
Gum tissue
Gingivectomy
Surgical removal of gum tissue
Gingivitis
Inflammation of gum tissue
GTR
(guided tissue regeneration) A new technique for replacing bone tissue
Gum Boil
See fistula
