Essential Dental Terminology and Clinical Vocabulary

Dental Instruments and Equipment

• Polisher (pulidor), Bur (fresa), Mirror, Scaler (sonda), Probe (probeta), Saliva ejector.

Oral Anatomy

• Hard and soft palates, Gums (encías), Uvula, Tonsils (amígdalas), Tongue, Lower and upper lip, Teeth, Palatoglossal arch.

Tooth Structure

• Pulp (pulpa), Crown, Neck, Root, Nerves, Root canal, Cementum, Gum, Enamel, Dentin, Jawbone, Blood vessels, Periodontal ligament.

Types of Teeth

• Canines (tear), Incisors (cut and chop), Molars (chew and grind).

Oral Hygiene

• Bacteria, Toothbrush, Mouthwash, Floss, Toothpaste.

Safety and Infection Control

• Gown (bata), Goggles (gafas protectoras), Face shield (protector facial), Surgical mask (mascarilla), Lab coat (bata de laboratorio), Surgical gloves (guantes), Safety glasses, Splatter (salpicaduras).
• Wash, Disposable (desechable), Vaccine, Sterilize, Disinfect, Control, Prevent, Contamination.

Clinical Administration

• Diagnosis, Appointment, Note, Informed consent, Dental record, Electronic dental record.

Clinical Actions

• Tilt (inclinar), Sweep (barrer), Remove (quitar), Reach (alcanzar), Clean, Wind, Hold, Curve.

Orthodontics

• Crossbite, Overbite, Open bite, Malocclusion, Underbite, Retainer, Bumper, Palatal expander, Deformity, Orthodontist, Alignment, Braces.

Examination and Diagnosis

• Gum disease, Decay, Restoration, Inspect, Occlusion, Evaluated, Comprehensive.
• Plaque, Tartar, Pocket, Reduced bone level, Healthy gums, Healthy bone level, Prophylaxis, Polish, Clean, Deposit, Scrape.

Radiology

• Radiography, Bitewing X-ray, Computed tomography, Occlusal X-ray, Cephalometric projection, Tomogram, Periapical X-ray, Panoramic X-ray.

Periodontal Health

• Periodontitis, Permanent, Reverse, Bone graft, Pocket, Medication, Gingivitis, Flap surgery, Loose, Bleeding, Recede.

Pathology and Symptoms

• Growth, Patch, Abnormal, Cancerous, Difficulty, Sore throat, Crust.
• Cavity, Pit, Discoloration, Erosion, Caries, Fracture.
• Cold compress, Floss pick, Accident, Moist.

Anesthesia and Medication

• Local, Nitrous and general anesthetic.
• Penicillin, Prescription, Ibuprofen.

Specialized Care

• Periodontics, Preventative care, Kid-friendly.
• Disability, Compassion, Developmental disability, Understanding, Physical limitation.
• Diabetes, Heart disease, Stroke, Kidney disease, Osteoporosis.

Patient Psychology

• Anxiety, Stressful, Phobia, Direct experience, Indirect experience, Helplessness.
• Accusation, Facial expression, Smile, Listen, Non-verbal.

Clinical Procedures and Monitoring

• Thermal, Non-invasive, Chemical, Evaporative, Tactile, Whitening.
• Record, Pulse, Vital signs, Thermometer.
• Sequence, Non-clinical, Visual aid, Quote, Enthusiastic.