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Glossary of Dental Terms

A handy reference

Common Dental Terms

We’ve put together this handy reference guide of terms you might hear when speaking with your dentist or support staff.

Please don’t hesitate to ask your dental care provider for clarification. We’re here to help make your experience as pleasant as possible!

Wisdom Teeth

The third (last) molars that usually erupt between the age of 18-25.

Resources

Military Dentists: An Important Part of Our Troops

Armed Forces Day is approaching so let’s take the time to celebrate all our troops including our military dentists! Dental care has been a part of the military since the American Revolution, though back then, barbers and blacksmiths would be the ones providing these types of services. Today, our military makes sure to have high-trained…

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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impacts Dental Care

How many of you start your day off by asking “Hey Siri, what’s the weather like?” Thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI), millions of people can ask their phones these types of questions. It’s safe to say, we live in a world surrounded by AI. Given the widespread use of AI in our daily lives, you…

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Which Clear Aligners are Best?

A straight, healthy smile is more than just your best feature—it may also be your most important. Proper alignment, or occlusion, of your teeth and jaws is critical to the long-term functioning of your teeth, jaws, and mouth, as well as to your overall health. Misaligned teeth and jaws can lead to problems like uneven…

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