Dental Glossary

All-on-4 implantai

A full-arch tooth replacement technique using just four strategically placed dental implants to support a complete set of fixed teeth.

Danties ištraukimas

Danties pašalinimas iš jo lizdo kaule.

Dantų apnašų valymas

Professional cleaning procedure to remove plaque and tartar buildup from teeth and below the gumline.

Dantų balinimas

Kosmetinė procedūra dantims pašviesinti ir dėmėms bei spalvos pokyčiams pašalinti.

Dantų implantas

Dirbtinė danties šaknis, chirurgiškai įstatoma į žandikaulį, kad palaikytų pakaitinį dantį ar tiltą.

Dantų karūnėlė

Danties formos kepurėlė, dedama ant pažeisto danties formai, dydžiui, stiprumui ir išvaizdai atkurti.

Dantų laminatė

A thin shell of porcelain or composite bonded to the front of teeth to improve appearance.

Dantų plomba

Material used to repair a tooth damaged by decay, restoring its normal function and shape.

Dantų protezai

Removable replacements for missing teeth and surrounding tissues.

Dantų tiltas

A fixed prosthetic device that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth.

Estetinė odontologija

Dental procedures focused on improving the appearance of teeth, gums, and smile.

Kaulo transplantacija

Surgical procedure to replace or regenerate bone in the jaw for dental implant placement.

Odontologija su sedacija

The use of sedation techniques to help anxious patients receive dental treatment comfortably.

Ortodontinių aparatų ir breketų tipai

The different devices used in orthodontic treatment, including metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces, and clear aligners.

Skaidrūs dantų tiesinimo kapai

Removable transparent plastic trays that gradually straighten teeth as an alternative to traditional metal braces.

Šaknų kanalų gydymas

Gydymas, skirtas sutaisyti ir išsaugoti stipriai pažeistą ar užkrėstą dantį, pašalinant pažeistą pulpą.

Alveolinis kaulas

The part of the jawbone that contains the sockets (alveoli) where teeth are anchored.

Dantenos

Minkštasis audinys, supantis ir palaikantis dantis.

Danties pulpa

Minkštasis audinys danties viduje, turintis nervus ir kraujagysles.

Dantų emalis

Kietas išorinis danties sluoksnis, apsaugantis nuo ėduonies.

Dentinas

The layer of the tooth beneath the enamel that forms the bulk of the tooth structure.

Periodonto raištis

Connective tissue fibers that connect the tooth root to the alveolar bone.

Protiniai dantys

Third molars that typically emerge between ages 17-25, often requiring extraction.

Bruksizmas

Involuntary grinding, gnashing, or clenching of teeth, often during sleep.

Danties abscesas

A pocket of pus caused by bacterial infection at the root of a tooth or in the gums.

Dantų apnašos ir dantų akmuo

Plaque is a sticky bacterial film on teeth; tartar (calculus) is hardened plaque that can only be removed professionally.

Dantų jautrumas

Pain or discomfort in teeth when exposed to hot, cold, sweet, or acidic substances.

Dantų ėduonis

Tooth decay caused by bacteria that produce acids that dissolve tooth enamel.

Gingivitas

Inflammation of the gums, usually caused by bacterial plaque buildup.

Halitozė

Chronic bad breath that doesn't go away with regular brushing and flossing.

Periodontitas

A serious gum infection that damages soft tissue and destroys the bone supporting teeth.

Sąkandžio anomalijos

Misalignment of teeth when the jaws are closed, commonly called a 'bad bite'.

Temporomandibulinio sąnario sutrikimai

Pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint connecting the jaw to the skull.

3D spausdinimas odontologijoje

Additive manufacturing technology used to create dental models, surgical guides, aligners, crowns, and dentures.

Autoklavas

A sterilization device using high-pressure steam to eliminate all microorganisms from dental instruments.

CAD/CAM odontologijoje

Computer-aided design and manufacturing technology for creating dental restorations.

CBCT (kūginė kompiuterinė tomografija)

A specialized 3D imaging technique providing detailed views of teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways, and bone.

Intraoralinė kamera

A small camera used to take close-up images inside the mouth.

Odontologinis lazeris

A focused light beam device used for precise soft and hard tissue procedures in dentistry.

Odontologinė kėdė

A specialized chair designed to support patients during dental examinations and procedures.

Panoraminis rentgenas (OPG)

A single X-ray image that captures the entire mouth including all teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures.

Periodontinis zondavimas ir kišenių matavimas

The clinical process of measuring gum pocket depths around each tooth to assess periodontal health.

Skaitmeninis atspaudas (intraoralinis skeneris)

A digital scanning method that captures precise 3D images of teeth and gums, replacing traditional putty impressions.

Skaitmeninis rentgenas

An advanced form of dental X-ray using digital sensors instead of traditional film.

Dantų numeravimo sistemos (FDI, universali, Palmerio)

Standardized systems used by dentists worldwide to identify and reference individual teeth by number or letter.

Dirbtinis intelektas odontologijoje

Machine learning algorithms that assist in dental diagnosis, treatment planning, and practice optimization.

Informuotas sutikimas odontologijoje

The process of informing patients about proposed treatments, risks, alternatives, and costs before obtaining their agreement.

Nepasirodžiusieji pas odontologą

Strategies and systems dental practices use to minimize patients failing to attend or canceling scheduled appointments.

Odontologinės dokumentacijos istorija

The evolution of dental documentation from handwritten paper charts to modern electronic health records.

Pacientų portalas

A secure online platform where patients can access their dental records and communicate with the practice.

Sveikatos duomenų privatumo įstatymai (BDAR, HIPAA, PIPEDA)

Global regulations governing how healthcare providers, including dental practices, must protect patient data.

Teleodontologija

Remote delivery of dental consultations and patient monitoring using digital communication technologies.