Keratinized gingiva
Relatively firm gum tissue around the teeth. Amount and condition are evaluated together in oral care and periodontal treatment planning.
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Dental terminology
Complex bone grafting
Surgery to reconstruct the width and height of collapsed jawbone to create a foundation for implants. Grafting and fixation methods and required waiting periods vary depending on defect type.
Related treatmentGuided bone regeneration (GBR)
A treatment that secures space for bone regeneration using membranes, etc. Application is decided according to the type of bone defect.
Related treatmentOsseointegration
The process of the implant surface connecting with surrounding bone. Healing speed and stability are influenced by bone condition and systemic health.
Related treatmentOcclusion
The relationship of how upper and lower teeth come together. It is important when evaluating distribution of biting force and the shape of prostheses.
Related treatmentOral scanner
Equipment that digitally records the shape of teeth and gums. Used for prosthesis fabrication and treatment planning.
Related treatmentLocal anesthesia
A method to temporarily reduce pain transmission in the treatment area. It differs in purpose and action from conscious sedation.
Related treatmentRoot canal
A canal inside the tooth root. In root canal treatment infected tissue is removed, disinfected, and filled.
Related treatmentNight guard
An oral appliance made considering tooth occlusion. It is considered to reduce tooth and prosthesis damage from grinding.
Related treatmentNavigation implant
Before actual surgery, plan implant position, direction, and depth based on CT and intraoral scan, and produce surgical guides if needed.
Related treatmentLaminate (veneer)
Treatment that bonds a thin prosthesis to the front surface to improve color, shape, and length. Check desired change along with amount of tooth reduction, occlusion, and fracture risk beforehand.
Related treatmentResin filling
Treatment that fills cavities or small damage with tooth-colored composite resin. Shape directly in the mouth without making an impression or prosthesis, and often can be completed the same day.
Related treatmentImpacted tooth
A tooth that does not fully erupt into normal position and is partially or fully covered by bone or gum.
Related treatmentEnamel
The outermost hard layer of the tooth crown. Damage from wear or acid does not regenerate on its own.
Related treatmentBridge
A connected prosthesis that uses adjacent teeth as supports to fill a missing tooth space.
Related treatmentWisdom tooth extraction
Impacted or nerve-adjacent wisdom teeth require checking their position and surrounding structures to decide extraction necessity and method.
Related treatmentOxygen saturation
An index representing the ratio of hemoglobin bound to oxygen in blood. Used to monitor respiratory status during sedation.
Related treatmentDentin
Tissue inside the enamel. When exposed it can cause sensitivity to cold, etc.
Related treatmentMaxillary sinus
Maxillary sinus
Related treatmentMaxillary sinus lift · maxillary sinus inflammation treatment
There is a hollow space called the maxillary sinus above the upper molars. If bone height is insufficient, create space with a sinus lift; if there is inflammation, identify the cause first and determine treatment sequence.
Related treatmentSleep implant
Sedation implant means implant surgery performed after administering sedatives intravenously to reduce tension and anxiety. Local anesthesia of the surgical site is required separately, and the patient's condition is monitored from sedation through recovery.
Related treatmentSedation dentistry · conscious sedation
Sedation dentistry is a conscious sedation method in which an intravenous sedative is administered to reduce tension and anxiety during dental treatment. It is different from general anesthesia, and the depth of sedation and memory of the treatment vary by individual.
Related treatmentScaling (dental cleaning)
Treatment that removes tartar that cannot be removed by brushing using specialized equipment. It is the starting point for healthy gums and additional periodontal treatment may be needed depending on inflammation.
Related treatmentRoot canal treatment
If the pulp is infected or damaged from decay or trauma, remove internal tissue, disinfect and fill root canals to attempt to preserve the natural tooth.
Related treatmentAesthetic resin (cosmetic composite)
Treatment that restores small broken or chipped front tooth areas with tooth-colored resin. Check whether form adjustment can be done the same day while minimizing removal.
Related treatmentAesthetic prosthodontics
Treatment that plans not only the function of the restoration but also the harmony of color, shape, and gum line, taking the patient's oral condition into account.
Related treatmentFront-tooth implant
Front teeth affect not only chewing function but also appearance and speech. Design the gum line and shape first, confirm with a temporary prosthesis, then complete.
Related treatmentAbutment
The English term for abutment. Selected considering implant position and prosthesis type.
Related treatmentOne-day implant
Treatment that evaluates whether extraction, immediate placement, and temporary prosthesis attachment can be done on the same day. Not applicable to all patients and does not mean final treatment is completed in one day.
Related treatmentTeeth grinding / clenching
Teeth can wear down and burden the temporomandibular joint and muscles without you knowing. Check not only night grinding but daytime teeth clenching habits.
Related treatmentInlay · onlay
Treatment that places a prosthesis made from an impression or scan to fit the damaged area. Assess how much of the remaining tooth to cover for protection when filling directly with resin is difficult.
Related treatmentTemporary prosthesis
A prosthesis used to protect the tooth and check shape, speech, and occlusion until the final prosthesis.
Related treatmentImplant reoperation · retreatment
If an installed implant is loose or the surrounding gums are inflamed, we re-diagnose the cause first. The first step is to determine whether to try to save it, remove it, or replace only the components.
Related treatmentPeri-implantitis
Inflammation and supporting bone loss around an implant. If there is bleeding or pus, dental examination is needed.
Related treatmentGum line / gum graft
Treatment to identify causes of irregular gum line or gum recession and adjust tooth-to-gum proportions. Distinguish between cases that need gum reduction and those that need reinforcement.
Related treatmentGum treatment (periodontal therapy)
The core of teeth is the gums. Check inflammation from tartar and plaque bacteria, and proceed with necessary treatments stepwise to prevent damage to gums and supporting structures.
Related treatmentAutogenous bone
Bone harvested from the patient themself. Donor site, needed quantity, and combination with other graft materials are considered.
Related treatmentSaving natural teeth
No matter how perfect the treatment or how good the materials, the best is the natural tooth. Before deciding on extraction, we confirm the possibility of preservation.
Related treatmentSedation dentistry for persons with disabilities
If dental care is difficult due to developmental disabilities, intellectual disability, physical disability, or epilepsy, we check usual condition, current medications, and past dental experiences to find the appropriate treatment method.
Related treatmentImplants for persons with disabilities
If you postponed implants due to mobility or communication difficulties, start with guardian consultation. Consider overall health and oral care circumstances together to find possible treatment options.
Related treatmentSedation dentistry for patients with systemic disease
Assess whether treatment can be done under lowered tension despite underlying disease. Sedation can increase risk in some cases, so first check disease control status and drug interactions.
Related treatmentImplants for patients with systemic disease
What matters is not having underlying disease itself but how well it is currently controlled and what medications you take. Check medications and recent test results first, then plan implants.
Related treatmentAll implants
Treatment performed when very few or no natural teeth remain. Rather than placing implants at every tooth position, review placing implants where needed and connecting them with prostheses.
Related treatmentAbutment
The component that connects the implant body and the prosthesis. If loosening or fracture occurs, distinguish it from implant body problems and check accordingly.
Related treatmentZirconia
One ceramic material used in dental prostheses. Selected considering required strength, color, and tooth position.
Related treatmentBarrier membrane
A membrane used to prevent soft tissues from invading a bone regeneration space. Absorbability and removal plans vary by material.
Related treatmentCavity treatment
Cavity treatment varies by depth and extent. Detect before damage progresses and plan to preserve natural tooth as much as possible.
Related treatmentInterdental brush
A small brush for cleaning between teeth. Choose the correct size and avoid forcing it in.
Related treatmentCrown lengthening
A treatment that adjusts the gum and, if necessary, bone to increase the visible portion of the tooth. Considered for prosthetic or gum contour improvements.
Related treatmentRoot
The root supports the tooth within gum and bone. Number and shape vary by tooth.
Related treatmentRoot planing and scaling
A periodontal treatment that removes calculus and contaminants from the root surface and smooths the surface.
Related treatmentCalculus (tartar)
Plaque that has calcified due to minerals in saliva. It is hard to remove with brushing alone and requires professional removal.
Related treatmentPulp
Soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels. Treatment varies with the degree of infection or inflammation.
Related treatmentTeeth whitening
Treatment that whitens tooth color without shaving the tooth using bleaching agents. First distinguish whether staining is due to coffee, wine, or smoking, or discoloration related to aging, medication, or trauma.
Related treatmentGingiva
Refers to the gum tissue that surrounds the tooth. If there are changes in color, swelling, or bleeding, examination is necessary.
Related treatmentGingival recession
The gum margin moving toward the root. Management or grafting is decided based on cause and the condition of remaining tissues.
Related treatmentGingivitis
Inflammation limited to the gums. Bleeding or swelling during brushing can occur, and removing causes and management are important.
Related treatmentAlveolar bone
Part of the jawbone that supports the root of a tooth or an implant. Changes may occur with periodontitis or after tooth extraction.
Related treatmentPeriodontal pocket
A pathologically deepened space between tooth and gum. Depth and bleeding are measured to assess gum condition.
Related treatmentPeriodontitis
Periodontitis is a disease in which gum inflammation spreads to the bone supporting teeth. Once supporting tissue is lost it is difficult to recover naturally, so detect early and manage continuously.
Related treatmentDental plaque
A bacterial film that adheres to tooth surfaces. Brushing and interdental care are important to remove it.
Related treatmentCrown
Treatment that covers a damaged tooth with an artificial prosthesis to protect remaining natural tooth. Choose material and shape based on tooth structure, chewing forces, and visibility.
Related treatmentTemporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ disorder)
Clicking sound in the jaw, pain, or difficulty opening the mouth may signal temporomandibular disorder. Check joint, muscles, and lifestyle together.
Related treatmentDenture implants
Treatment that supplements disadvantages of existing dentures using implant support. Place implants where needed and connect dentures to reduce movement; review methods.
Related treatmentPanoramic radiograph
A dental X-ray that captures a wide range of upper and lower teeth and jaws in a single image.
Related treatmentFixture
The implant body placed in the alveolar bone that functions as a root. It is a component separate from the upper prosthesis.
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