The process of placing a natural tooth in the empty socket of another tooth.
Glossary Terms Archive
Torus
Common bony protuberance on the palate or lower jaw.
Topical Anesthetic
An ointment that produces mild anesthesia when applied to the tissue surface.
Tooth Whitening
A chemical or laser process to lighten the color of teeth.
Tooth Bud
The early embryonic structure that becomes a tooth.
TMJ
The temporomandibular joint where the lower jaw attaches to the skull.
TMD (or TMJ Disorder)
Temperomandibular disorder, the term given to the condition characterized by facial pain and restricted ability to open or move the jaw.
Third-Party Provider
An insurance company, union or government agency that pays all or a part of cost of dental treatment.
Tartar
A common term for dental calculus, a hard deposit that adheres to teeth and produces a rough surface that attracts plaque.
Supernumerary Tooth
An extra tooth.