Invasion and multiplication of microorganisms into body tissues or spaces, which may result in localized or generalize tissue damage.

The body’s reaction to a localized irritant or injury. It is the body’s attempt to destroy, dilute or wall of the area or irritant in order to protect the rest of the body. It is characterized by some or all of the following redness, swelling, pain, fever (or a localized elevation in temperature), and loss of function. It may be …

An indirect filling which is cemented inside the tooth. They may be made out of porcelain, resin or gold and differ from a traditional filling in that they are not made and placed in the mouth at the time of caries removal. After the caries are removed and impression on the prepared cavity is made, the restoration is made in …

The cavity which is cut into the tooth to remove the decay and provide the proper retention for the inlay restoration.

Another term for temporary or provisional.

A type of invisible braces. An orthodontic system which uses a computer to design clear tray which the patient wears instead of traditional braces in order to move their teeth.

A computer generated series of clear, plastic, removable aligners which are used to gently and progressively guide your teeth into new positions until they align properly. They are used in some orthodontic patients instead of traditional braces.

A machine used for capturing digital impressions.