Dental vocabulary

Pain felt when drinking hot or cold beverages

A liquid used for rinsing the mouth

A decayed part of the tooth forms a hole

Small, painful blisters in the mouth

A medication injected to help lessen the pain and discomfort during a dental procedure

Inflammation of the so gum tissue surrounding the teeth

Unpleasant smell from inside the mouth

Metal or plastic wires that are attached to the teeth to push them into the correct position

A painful sensation in the gums, usually when brushing or flossing

Cleaning between your teeth using a thin thread, which is called a dental floss (usually also done at home)

A material used to cover a damaged tooth

An infection that destroys the teeth

Bleaching teeth to make them look whiter

A protective material like gold, porcelain, or composite resin is used to fill a tooth cavity or repair cracked or broken teeth

A sticky substance containing microorganisms that grow on the surface of teeth

A removable replacement for missing teeth