Glossary Terms Archive

Inlay

An indirect filling made by a dental laboratory that is cemented or bonded into place; or a direct placement of dental composite resin restoration at chair side.

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Infiltration

A local anesthetic procedure effective for upper teeth and soft tissue or the placement of anesthetic under the gum, allowing it to seep into bone.

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Implant

An artificial device that replaces the tooth root and may anchor an artificial tooth, bridge or denture.

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