Introduction
My name is Thomas, and I am a student at Collège Ahuntsic. I am currently studying in the Natural Sciences program. I created this glossary for students and people who are interested in the dental profession. My topic is dentistry, which is the field of healthcare that focuses on teeth, gums, and oral health.
This glossary can help students understand common words used by dentists and dental professionals. It can be useful when reading dental information, studying the profession, or communicating with patients. My glossary contains 15 terms related to dentistry. Each term includes a simple definition to make the vocabulary easier to understand.
To choose the words, I selected common and important terms related to the work of a dentist. I used vocabulary from reliable dental information and checked the definitions to make sure they were clear and accurate.
Anesthesia
Noun
Medicine used to prevent a person from feeling pain during a procedure.
Example: The dentist used anesthesia before the procedure.
fr: Anesthésie
Braces
Noun
Devices used to straighten and align teeth.
Example: She wears braces to straighten her teeth.
fr: Appareil dentaire
Cavity
Noun
A hole in a tooth caused by tooth decay.
Example: The dentist found a cavity in my tooth.
fr: Carie
Cleaning
Noun
A dental procedure that removes plaque and tartar from the teeth.
Example: I have a dental cleaning every six months.
fr: Nettoyage dentaire
Crown
Noun
A cap placed over a damaged or weak tooth.
Example: The dentist place a crown on his tooth.
fr: Couronne dentaire
Enamel
Noun
The hard outer layer that protects a tooth.
Example: Tooth enamel protects the inside of the tooth.
fr: Émail dentaire
Extraction
Noun
The process of removing a tooth from the mouth.
Example: The dentist recommended an extraction.
fr: Extraction dentaire
Filing
Noun
A material used to repair a tooth with a cavity.
Example: The dentist put a filing in my tooth.
fr: Plombage
Floss
Noun
A thin thread used to clean between the teeth.
Example: I use floss to clean between my teeth.
fr: Fil dentaire
Gum
Noun
The firm pink flesh inside your mouth that covers the jawbone and holds the bases of your teeth.
Example: My gums are sensitive.
fr: Gencive
Plaque
Noun
A sticky layer of bacteria that forms on teeth.
Example: Brushing removes plaque from your teeth.
fr: Plaque dentaire
Root
Noun
The part of a tooth that is below the gum and holds it in place.
Example: The root of the tooth is below the gum.
fr: Racine
Tooth
Noun
A tooth is a hard, calcified structure in the mouth used for biting and chewing food
