dental key words and definitions

Endodontist specializes in?

• Braces

• Root Canals

• Prosthesis

Orthodontist specializes in?

• Children

• Extractions, Surgery

• Braces, Straightening

Periodontist specializes in?

• General

• Root Canals

• Braces, Straighten

• Structures surrounding and supporting the teeth

Pedodontist specializes in?

• Braces

• Elderly patients

• Root Canals

• children

Mesial refers to what surface of the tooth?

• Farthest away from the midline

• Side closest to the midline

• Surface closest to the tongue

What part of the permanent dentition comes in last?

• 1st molars

• 2nd molars

• 3rd molars

What does a hygienist do?

• Educate you on how to brush?

• Floss your teeth?

• Clean your Teeth?

• All the above.

How many teeth are there in the permanent dentition?

• 20

• 34

• 25

• 32