Dental terminology
Dentures are made from porcelain, hardened resin or a composite material, depending on individual circumstances and preferences.
Dentures and partial dentures are removable devices that replace missing teeth for the function of eating and chewing and the purpose of appearance and comfort.
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums and is a form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease involves inflammation and infection that destroys the tissues that support the teeth, including the gums, the periodontal ligaments, and the tooth sockets
Periodontal, or gum, disease is an inflammation or infection of the gums and bone that support the teeth, usually caused by the bacteria in plaque.
