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Oral microbiology — is the study of the microorganisms of the oral cavity and the interactions between the oral microorganisms with each other and with the host. Of particular interest is the role of oral microorganisms in the two major dental diseases: dental… … Wikipedia
Oral mucosa — Latin tunica mucosa oris Gray s subject #242 1110 The oral mucosa is the mucous membrane epithelium of the mouth. It can be divided into three categories. Masticatory mucosa, para keratinized str … Wikipedia
Oral hygiene — is the practice of keeping the mouth and teeth clean to prevent dental problems, especially the common dental caries and gingivitis, and bad breath. There are oral pathologic conditions in which a good oral hygiene is required for healing and… … Wikipedia
Oral submucous fibrosis — (or OSF) is a chronic,complex,irreversible,highly potent pre cancerous condition characterized by juxta epithelial inflammatory reaction and progressive fibrosis of the submucosal tissues (lamina propria and deeper connective tissues). As the… … Wikipedia
Oral medicine — is the dental specialty placed at the interface between medicine and dentistry. Contents 1 Scope 2 Training and practise 2.1 USA 2.2 Australia/New Zeal … Wikipedia
oral cancer — ▪ pathology Introduction disease characterized by the growth of cancerous cells in the mouth, including the lips. Oral cancer is often associated with cancers of the cavity located behind the tonsils and the back of the throat… … Universalium
Oral ulcer — An oral ulcer (from Latin ulcus ) is the name for the appearance of an open sore inside the mouth caused by a break in the mucous membrane or the epithelium on the lips or surrounding the mouth. The types of oral ulcers are diverse, with a… … Wikipedia
external traction — traction applied by means of a fixed anchorage (as by a headgear) outside the oral cavity; used principally in the management of midfacial fractures … Medical dictionary
cavity — 1. A hollow space; hole. See cave, c., cavitas, cavernous space. 2. Lay term for the loss of tooth structure due to dental caries. SYN: cavum [TA], cavitas. [L. cavus … Medical dictionary
