1.
Inflammation of the gingival tissue.
2.
Inflammatory disease of the supporting tissues of the teeth.
3.
Tissue at the base of the sulcus where the gingiva attaches to the tooth.
4.
Medical term for a bruise.
5.
Protective response of the tissues to irritation or injury.
6.
Calcium and phosphate salts in saliva that become mineralized and adhere to tooth surfaces.
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Thin film of protein that quickly forms on teeth. It can be removed by coronal polishing with an abrasive agent such as “prophy” paste.
8.
Also known as biofilm, is a colorless, soft, sticky coating made up of communities of microorganisms adhering to oral structures.
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Referring to the area below the gingiva.
10.
Referring to the area above the gingiva.
11.
Dryness of the mouth caused by reduction of saliva.
12.
Abnormal growths of bone in a specific area.
14.
Removal of tissue from living patients for diagnostic examination.
15.
Localized area of pus originating from an infection.
17.
Closed cell or pouch with a definite wall.
18.
Swelling or mass of blood collected in one area or organ.
19.
Inflammation of the tongue.
20.
Superficial infection caused by a yeast-like fungus.
21.
Malignant disorder of the lymphoid tissue.
22.
Benign, chronic disease that affects the skin and oral mucosa.
23.
Formation of white spots or patches on the oral mucosa.
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A progressive disease in which the bone marrow produces an increased number of immature or abnormal white cells.
25.
Malignant tumor in epithelial tissue
