Scienza Medica - Dentistry

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

un ponte dentale, una protesi fissa

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

corona, capsula

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 dentale, amalgama

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

apparecchio per i denti

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

ricoprire

tooth decay caused by bacterial acid affecting tooth enamel

carie, decadimento dentale

a hole in a tooth that is caused by decay

cavità

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

corona dentale, corona

to repair a tooth by replacing damaged material with dental filling

riempire, otturare

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

otturazione

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

targa

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

denture, placca dentale

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

retainers, dispositivo di ritenzione

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

tartaro

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

carie dentale, degradazione dentale

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

composito dentale, resina composita dentale

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

cemento vetroionomerico, cemento ionomero di vetro

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

scaler dentale, strumento per la pulizia dei denti

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

lucidatore dentale, burnisher dentale

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

trapano dentale, fresa dentale

a tool used to lift and loosen teeth during extractions

elevatore, distaccante