(Usually) Thirty-two adult teeth in a complete dentition

A small defect in the tooth enamel; junction of four formative lobes of a developing tooth

Inert medication or treatment that produces psychological benefit

Soft sticky substance that accumulates on teeth; composed of bacteria and food debris due to inadequate dental hygiene

Replacement tooth mounted on a fixed or removal appliance

All porcelain restoration covering the coronal portion of tooth (above the gum line)

Restoration with metal coping (for strength) covered by porcelain (for appearance)

Tooth-colored restoration made of porcelain, cemented or bonded in place

A thin layer of porcelain, fabricated by a laboratory) bonded to a natural tooth to replace lost tooth structure, close spaces, straighten teeth or change color and/or shape

Thin metal rod inserted into the root of a tooth after root canal therapy; provides retention for a “coping” that replaces lost tooth structure and retains crown