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abscess


infection caused by severe tooth decay, trauma or gum disease
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amalgam


a silver and mercury material used for fillings
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anesthetic


a drug used by your doctor to eliminate a patient's localized pain during certain dental procedures
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anterior


the teeth in the front of your mouth
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apex


the very tip of the root of a tooth
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aspirator


a suction device your dentist uses to remove saliva from your mouth
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bonding


a plastic composite painted on the teeth to correct stains or damage
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bridge


one or more artificial teeth attached to your adjacent teeth
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bruxism


the clenching or grinding of teeth, most commonly while sleeping
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calculus


the hardened plaque that can form on neglected or prone teeth, commonly known as tartar
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