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The seepage of fluids, debris, and micro-organisms between the walls of a prepared dental cavity and the restoration.

The degree of approximation or fit of filling material or dental prosthetic to the tooth surface. A close marginal adaptation and seal at the interfa…

The relationship of all the components of the masticatory system in normal function. It has special reference to the position and contact of the maxi…

Dental occlusion in which the occlusal contact of the teeth on the working side of the jaw is accompanied by the harmonious contact of the teeth on t…

Contact between opposing teeth during a person's habitual bite.

An occlusion resulting in overstrain and injury to teeth, periodontal tissue, or other oral structures.

Small cylindrical pieces of metal used to enhance retention.

A film that attaches to teeth, often causing DENTAL CARIES and GINGIVITIS. It is composed of MUCINS, secreted from salivary glands, and microorganism…

Creation of a smooth and glossy surface finish on a denture or amalgam.

Treatment for the prevention of periodontal diseases or other dental diseases by the cleaning of the teeth in the dental office using the procedures …

An artificial replacement for one or more natural teeth or part of a tooth, or associated structures, ranging from a portion of a tooth to a complete…

The plan and delineation of dental prostheses in general or a specific dental prosthesis. It does not include DENTURE DESIGN. The framework usually c…

The process of reuniting or replacing a broken or worn dental prosthesis or its part.

Holding a DENTAL PROSTHESIS in place by its design, or by the use of additional devices or adhesives.

A prosthesis that gains its support, stability, and retention from a substructure that is implanted under the soft tissues of the basal seat of the d…

The label is process-shaped, but the organ-specific concept may also function as a disorder; manual semantic review is required.

Application of a protective agent to an exposed pulp (direct capping) or the remaining thin layer of dentin over a nearly exposed pulp (indirect capp…

The destruction of the vitality of the pulp of the tooth. (From Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992, p243)

Endodontic diseases of the DENTAL PULP inside the tooth, which is distinguished from PERIAPICAL DISEASES of the tissue surrounding the root.

The result of pathological changes in the hard tissue of a tooth caused by carious lesions, mechanical factors, or trauma, which render the pulp susc…

The label is process-shaped, but the organ-specific concept may also function as a disorder; manual semantic review is required.

A diagnostic aid used in evaluating the physical health of teeth. It involves using a tool that transmits hot or cold temperatures, or electric curre…

Inability or inadequacy of a dental restoration or prosthesis to perform as expected.

The process of repairing broken or worn parts of a PERMANENT DENTAL RESTORATION.

Occlusal wear of the surfaces of restorations and surface wear of dentures.

A restoration designed to remain in service for not less than 20 to 30 years, usually made of gold casting, cohesive gold, or amalgam. (Jablonski, Di…

A prosthesis or restoration placed for a limited period, from several days to several months, which is designed to seal the tooth and maintain its po…

Removal of dental plaque and dental calculus from the surface of a tooth, from the surface of a tooth apical to the gingival margin accumulated in pe…

The joining of pieces of metal through the use of an alloy which has a lower melting point, usually at least 100 degrees Celsius below the fusion tem…

The description and measurement of the various factors that produce physical stress upon dental restorations, prostheses, or appliances, materials as…