Also known as bad breath. Bad breath is a condition caused by overgrowth of bacteria in the mouth which create odor. Most bad breath is a result of bacteria growing on the tongue, but it may also be from severe periodontal infection, consumption of onion and garlic, or uncontrolled diabetes.
Hard Tissue
The tissues of the body which are mineralized such as bone, enamel, dentin and cementum.
Healing Abutment
A temporary implant component, which is placed into the implant during healing (integration) or after integration. It aids in the shaping of the gum tissue around the implant prior to crown fabrication.
Hematoma
A bruise. It is a localized area of blood which has escaped the circulatory system and is confined within an organ, space, or tissue.