Dental Development Vocabulary

Impaction

• A condition where a tooth is unable to fully emerge through the gums, often due to obstruction by another tooth.

• A dental procedure to remove a tooth that is decayed.

• A type of dental cleaning that removes plaque and tartar.

• A condition where teeth are misaligned and require braces.

Developmental Factors

• Genetic predispositions that influence dental health.

• Environmental or physiological influences that affect the growth and formation of teeth and oral structures.

• Dietary habits that have no impact on oral health.

• Psychological factors that determine dental anxiety.

Cleft Palate

• A condition where the roof of the mouth is closed during fetal development.

• An opening or split in the roof of the mouth that occurs during fetal development.

• A type of dental malformation that affects the alignment of teeth.

• A genetic disorder that causes excessive growth of the jaw.

Prosthetic

• Artificial replacements for body parts, such as dentures or dental implants for missing teeth.

• A type of surgery to remove damaged body parts.

• A medication used to treat chronic pain.

• A physical therapy technique for rehabilitation.

Dental Arch

• The straight line formed by the teeth in the upper jaw.

• The curved structure formed by the teeth in the upper or lower jaw.

• A type of dental appliance used for alignment.

• The space between the upper and lower teeth when the mouth is closed.

Tori

• Benign bony growths in the mouth, occurring either on the roof of the mouth (torus palatinus) or the lower jaw (torus mandibularis).

• Malignant tumors found in the oral cavity.

• Inflammatory lesions of the gums.

• Cysts that form in the jawbone.

Microdontia

• A condition characterized by abnormally small teeth, which may cause spacing issues between teeth.

• A condition where teeth are abnormally large, leading to overcrowding.

• A dental condition that causes teeth to become discolored and stained.

• A type of orthodontic treatment for correcting misaligned teeth.

Cleft Lip

• A split or opening in the upper lip that occurs during fetal development.

• A condition where the lower lip is excessively thickened.

• An abnormal growth of tissue in the mouth.

• A type of dental malformation.

Dental Anomalies

• Irregularities or abnormalities in dental development, structure, or appearance.

• Normal variations in tooth size and shape.

• Common dental issues such as cavities and gum disease.

• Aesthetic enhancements in dental procedures.

Enamel Dysplasia

• A condition where tooth enamel doesn't form properly, resulting in weak, discolored, or pitted teeth.

• A genetic disorder that causes excessive tooth enamel formation.

• An infection that leads to the decay of tooth enamel.

• A cosmetic procedure to enhance the appearance of teeth.