Scienza Medica - Dentistry

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative alla odontoiatria, come "carie", "contenitore" e "apparecchio".

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bridge

[sostantivo]

a fixed replacement for missing teeth, connecting artificial teeth to nearby natural teeth or implants

ponte dentale, bridge dentale

Ex: He chose a bridge to restore his ability to eat and speak comfortably .Ha scelto un **ponte** per ripristinare la sua capacità di mangiare e parlare comodamente.

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cap

[sostantivo]

(dentistry) a tooth-shaped covering used to restore and strengthen a damaged or decayed tooth

capsula, corona

Ex: The cap effectively restored the function and aesthetics of the treated tooth .La **capsula** ha efficacemente ripristinato la funzione e l'estetica del dente trattato.

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amalgam

[sostantivo]

a filling material made from a blend of metals, such as mercury, silver, tin, and copper, commonly utilized for its durability in restoring cavities

amalgama, lega dentaria

Ex: The dentist explained the benefits of using amalgam for its durability .Il dentista ha spiegato i benefici dell'uso dell'**amalgama** per la sua durabilità.

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brace

[sostantivo]

an orthodontic device made of metal wires that is fitted in the mouth to push teeth in the right position

apparecchio per i denti

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to cap

[Verbo]

to cover a damaged or weakened tooth with a protective restoration, typically known as a dental crown

ricoprire

Ex: The dentist plans to cap the weakened tooth to prevent further damage .Il dentista pianifica di **incapsulare** il dente indebolito per prevenire ulteriori danni.

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caries

[sostantivo]

tooth decay caused by bacterial acid affecting tooth enamel

carie, carie dentale

Ex: Regular dental cleanings help remove plaque , preventing caries development .Le pulizie dentali regolari aiutano a rimuovere la placca, prevenendo lo sviluppo delle **carie**.

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cavity

[sostantivo]

a hole in a tooth that is caused by decay

cavità

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crown

[sostantivo]

(dentistry) a tooth-shaped covering used to restore and strengthen a damaged or weakened tooth

corona, capsula dentale

Ex: A crown can improve the appearance of a discolored or misshapen tooth .

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to fill

[Verbo]

to repair a tooth by replacing damaged material with dental filling

otturare, riempire

Ex: The dentist used a specialized tool to fill the cavity in the patient 's tooth .Il dentista ha usato uno strumento specializzato per **otturare** la carie nel dente del paziente.

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filling

[sostantivo]

a small amount of material used to fill a hole in a tooth

otturazione

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plaque

[sostantivo]

(medical) a soft slimy substance formed on the teeth in which bacteria can grow

targa

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plate

[sostantivo]

a removable dental device, like a denture, used to replace missing teeth and their surrounding tissues

piastra dentale, protesi dentaria rimovibile

Ex: Dental plates are a common solution for full or partial tooth loss.Le **placche** dentali sono una soluzione comune per la perdita totale o parziale dei denti.

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retainer

[sostantivo]

a device used to maintain the position of teeth after braces are removed

contenitore, apparecchio di contenzione

Ex: Tony 's retainer ensured his teeth stayed aligned after braces .Il **contenzione** di Tony ha assicurato che i suoi denti rimanessero allineati dopo l'apparecchio.

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tartar

[sostantivo]

a hard substance that is formed on the teeth and may cause dental cavity

tartaro

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tooth decay

[sostantivo]

the gradual damage to a tooth caused by bacteria-produced acids, resulting in cavities

carie dentale, deterioramento dei denti

Ex: Avoiding unnecessary sugar intake can help maintain dental health and prevent decay.Evitare l'assunzione inutile di zucchero può aiutare a mantenere la salute dentale e prevenire la **carie dentale**.

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dental composite

[sostantivo]

a tooth-colored resin material used in restorative dentistry for filling cavities, repairing damaged teeth, and improving aesthetics

composito dentale, resina composita dentale

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glass ionomer cement

[sostantivo]

a dental material used for restorative procedures due to its adhesive properties and fluoride-releasing capabilities

cemento vetroionomerico, cemento ionomerico vetroso

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dental scaler

[sostantivo]

a dental instrument used for removing plaque, tartar, and stains from teeth during professional dental cleanings

scaler dentale, curetta dentale

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dental burnisher

[sostantivo]

a dental instrument used to smooth and polish dental restorations, such as fillings and crowns, for a more natural and esthetic appearance

bruciatore dentale, lucidatore dentale

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dental drill

[sostantivo]

a motorized tool used for shaping and preparing teeth in dental procedures

trapano dentale, fresa dentale

Ex: The dentist skillfully used the dental drill to reshape the chipped tooth .Il dentista ha abilmente utilizzato il **trapano dentale** per rimodellare il dente scheggiato.

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elevator

[sostantivo]

a tool used to lift and loosen teeth during extractions

elevatore, sollevadenti

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