* * *
the curving structure formed by a line described by the buccal surfaces or through the central grooves of the molars and bicuspids of the teeth in their normal position, viewed from the incisal and occlusal aspects. See also arcus dentalis mandibularis and arcus dentalis maxillaris.Medical dictionary. 2011.
dental arch — noun : the curve of the row of teeth in each jaw … Useful english dictionary
Dental braces — (also known as orthodontic braces, or simply braces) are devices used in the orthodontic industry that help align and straighten teeth and help to position them with regard to a person’s bite, while also working to improve dental health. They are … Wikipedia
Dental arches — Permanent teeth of upper dental arch, seen from below. Permanent teeth of right half of … Wikipedia
arch — arch1 [ärch] n. [ME < OFr arche < ML arca < L arcus, arch: see ARC] 1. a curved structure, as of masonry, that supports the weight of material over an open space, as in a bridge, doorway, etc. 2. any similar structure, as a monument 3.… … English World dictionary
Dental extraction — Pulling Teeth redirects here. For the song, see Kill Em All. Dental extraction Intervention Surgical extraction of an impacted molar. NIDCR. ICD 9 CM … Wikipedia
arch wire — a wire attached to molar bands or an orthodontic appliance and applied around the dental arch to control and force tooth movement in orthodontic therapy. Called also orthodontic w. Arch wire connecting attachments on each dental arch … Medical dictionary
arch bar — any of several types of heavy wire bars shaped to the outer circumference of the dental arch and extending from one side to the other so that intervening teeth may be attached to it; used for treatment of fractures of the jaws and for… … Medical dictionary
arch form — the shape and contour of a dental arch … Medical dictionary
Dental implant — Intervention A Straumann brand root form endosseous dental implant placed in the site of the maxillary left permanent first molar with bone graft used to elevate the sinus floor … Wikipedia
Dental technician — Dental technologist building porcelain Fixed prosthesis. A dental technologist is a member of the dental team who, upon presciption from a dental clinician, constructs custom made restorative and dental appliances.[1][2] There are four major… … Wikipedia
