- edentulous – term meaning “without teeth”
- enamel – hard tissue exterior of a tooth, covers the dentin
- endodontics – dental field concerned with care and treatment of tooth pulp and associated areas
- endodontist – dental specialist focused on treating disease and injuries of the tooth pulp and associated areas
- epidemiology – the scientific study of disease incidence and prevalence in a population
- equilibration – reshaping bite surfaces of teeth to correct an imbalance, also known as occlusal adjustment
- eruption – protrusion of teeth through gums
- evulsion/avulsion – removal of a tooth from socket due to trauma
- excision – removal of tissue or bone through surgical means
- exodontia – dental extraction
- exostosis – bone overgrowth
- extraoral – refers to the area outside the oral cavity
- extracoronal – refers to the area outside the crown of a tooth
- extraction – removal of a tooth
- exudate – material containing fluid, cells, and/or debris caused by necrosis or inflammation
- eyeteeth – common term for cuspid or “canine” teeth
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8 Great Ways to Improve Your Smile | Dental Implants Ocean NJ
We all know the importance of making a great first impression. Whether you’re going into a job interview or about to go on your first date with someone new, you want to have the confidence that comes with a great smile. After years of wear and tear however, a lot of people end up with…
Mythbusters: Gum Disease Edition! | Ocean NJ Periodontist
Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. This is caused from the plaque that hardens and turns into calculus or tartar. This disease is completely preventable by exhibiting proper oral health. This disease is also completely irreversible in it’s earliest stage known as gingivitis. Of course every disease…
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