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Ch. 25 Study Stack
Term | Definition |
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a.m. care | care given in the early morning when the patient first wakes |
caries | tooth decay or cavities |
dentures | artificial teeth |
halitosis | bad breath |
oral hygiene | care of the mouth and teeth |
periodontal disease | potentially serious condition that damages the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth |
p.m. care | care given to prepare patients for sleep |