Mod G Unit 2 Day 3 Vocab

clinical crown

the portion of the tooth that is visible in the oral cavity
coronal polishing

removes the plaque and stains from the coronal surfaces
endogenous stains

stains inside the tooth
exogenous stains

stains developed from external sources.
extrinsic stains

stains developed on external surfaces.
fulcrum

finger rest
intrinsic stains

stains inside the tooth
oral prophylaxis

the complete removal of calculus, debris, stain, and plaque from the teeth subgingivally.
prophy paste

abrasive paste
rubber cup polishing

doing a coronal polishing with a rubber cup.

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Mod G Unit 2 Day 3 Vocab

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Mod G Unit 2 Day 3 Vocab

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