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At the Dentist
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| bacteria | tiny organisms that live on your teeth and are found in plaque |
| cavity | the decayed, or rotten, part of a tooth |
| dental hygienist | a person with special training about the proper way to keep teeth and gums clean and healthy |
| dental X-rays | pictures of your teeth and gums that will show a dentist whether there are any cavities |
| flossing | using a piece of waxy string called dental floss to get in between your teeth and remove food particles that your toothbrush can’t reach |
| to fill a tooth | to repair a tooth by putting a hard substance into a hole in it |
| fluoride treatment | a gel or foam applied to teeth that makes them strong and helps prevent cavities |
| gums | the firm area around the roots of the teeth in the upper or lower jaw |
| orthodontist | a doctor who specializes in correcting the shape or positions of your teeth |
| shot | an injection of a drug (when it is put into your body using a needle) given as a medical treatment |
| plague | a thin, sticky layer containing bacteria that grow on your teeth |
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