Radiographic images of the teeth and jaws used by dental professionals to diagnose and treat oral conditions.
Xenograft
Graft tissue which is derived from a different species. Cow derived collagen which is transplanted into a person is a xenograft.
Xenoplast
Truly synthetic graft material. Bioactive glass, hydorxyappetite and tri-calcium phosphate are examples of xenoplast material.
Xerostomia
Also known as dry mouth: This condition is marked by a reduction in the normal salivary flow of a patient. This may be a result of cancer treatments use as radiation to the head and neck, medication use, diet, diabetes, tobacco and alcohol use, or systemic disorders. Dry mouth increase you risk for developing cavities and may also cause burning …