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10 Cards in this Set
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Alveolitis |
Inflammation of a tooth socket |
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Alveoplasty |
Surgical preparation of the alveolar Ridge for the reception of dentures, reshaping and smoothing of socket margins after extraction of teeth |
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Crepitus |
The sound or sensation of grating or clicking |
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Hemostat |
A locking, pliers-like instrument used during surgical procedures to hold tissue and objects |
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Impacted tooth |
A tooth that has been prevented from erupting normally |
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Osseointegration |
Apparent direct attachment or connection of osseous tissue to an inert alloplastic material without intervening connective tissue, as with dental implants |
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Periosteal elevator |
A surgical instrument used to separate the attached periosteum from the underlying alveolar bone |
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Retractor |
An instrument for holding oral tissues away from the operating field or holding back structures adjacent to the operating table |
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Surgical asepsis |
Procedures used to ensure a sterile environment in the operating area |
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Tinnitus |
Ringing in the ears |
