Preventive dentistry Health Dictionary

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Preventive Dentistry: From 2 Different Sources

An aspect of dentistry concerned with the prevention of tooth decay and gum disease.

It consists of the encouragement of good oral hygiene, fluoride treatment, and scaling.

Health Source: BMA Medical Dictionary
Author: The British Medical Association
the branch of dentistry concerned with the prevention of dental disease and the promotion and maintenance of oral health. It includes dietary counselling, advice on oral hygiene, and the application of *fluoride and *fissure sealants to the teeth.
Health Source: Oxford | Concise Colour Medical Dictionary
Author: Jonathan Law, Elizabeth Martin

Preventive Medicine

The branch of medicine dealing with the prevention of disease and the maintenance of good health practices.... preventive medicine

Dentistry

The science or profession concerned with the teeth and their supporting structures. Most dentists work in general dental practice; others practise in a specialized branch of dentistry.

Dentists in general practice undertake all aspects of dental care. They may refer patients to a consultant in one of the specialized branches of dentistry, such as orthodontics, prosthetics, endodontics, and periodontics. Dental hygienists carry out

scaling (removal of calculi) and advise on oral hygiene methods.... dentistry

Preventive Care

Care that has the aim of preventing disease or its consequences. It includes health care programmes aimed at warding off illnesses, early detection of disease, and inhibiting further deterioration of the body.... preventive care

Cosmetic Dentistry

Procedures to improve the appearance of the teeth or prevent further damage to the teeth and/or gums.

Cosmetic dentistry procedures include: fitting an orthodontic appliance to correct teeth that are out of alignment or where the bite is incorrect (see malocclusion); fitting a crown; bonding to treat chipped or stained teeth; and bleaching of discoloured teeth.... cosmetic dentistry

Paediatric Dentistry

the branch of dentistry concerned with the oral health care of children and adolescents.

Paediatric reference values... paediatric dentistry

Preventive Resin Restoration

a hybrid between a *fissure sealant and a conventional *filling that is used to treat early dental caries involving dentine.... preventive resin restoration

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