Hard and soft tissue forming the roof of the mouth
Archives
Palliative Treatment
Non invasive relief of irritating conditions
Parasthesia
A partial loss of sensation; may be temporary or permanent
Partial Denture
Removable dental prosthesis (appliance) replacing one or more natural teeth
Pathology
Study of disease
Pedodontics or Pediatric Dentistry
Dental specialty focusing on treatment of children
Periapical (PA)
Region at the end of the roots of teeth
Periodontal Chart
Record measuring the depth of gum pockets around the teeth
Periodontal Surgery
Recontouring or esthetic management of diseased gum and supporting tissue
Periodontist
Dental specialist treating the gums and supporting soft and hard tissues retaining natural teeth and the surgical placement of dental implants