Glossary: Dental terminology
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[Lecturers, please ensure you provide an introduction and a list of terminology, or delete this activity. The glossary may also be set up for students to add further terms if required, so could be used as an activity.]
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Impacted toothTooth that has not grown in because of no room in the arch
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ImplantArtificial metal device surgically placed in the jaw bone and used to anchor a replacement tooth
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InlayA cast restoration cemented into a cavity
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IrrigationThe technique of swishing water or medicated solution
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