Dental Glossary

Beljenje zob

Kozmetični postopek za posvetlitev zob ter odstranitev madežev in obarvanosti.

Ekstrakcija zoba

Odstranitev zoba iz njegove vdolbine v kosti.

Estetsko zobozdravstvo

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

Implantati All-on-4

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

Kostni presadek

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

Odstranjevanje zobnega kamna

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

Prozorni zobni poravnalniki

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

Vrste ortodontskih aparatov

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

Zdravljenje koreninskega kanala

Zdravljenje za popravilo in ohranitev hudo poškodovanega ali okuženega zoba z odstranitvijo poškodovane pulpe.

Zobna luska

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

Zobna prevleka

Zobna kapica, nameščena na poškodovan zob za obnovitev oblike, velikosti, trdnosti in videza.

Zobna proteza

Removable replacements for missing teeth and surrounding tissues.

Zobna zalivka

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

Zobni mostiček

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

Zobni vsadek

Umetna zobna korenina, kirurško vstavljena v čeljustno kost za podporo nadomestnemu zobu ali mostu.

Zobozdravstvo v sedaciji

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

Alveolarna kost

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

Dentin

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

Dlesen

Mehko tkivo, ki obdaja in podpira zobe.

Modrostni zobje

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

Parodontalna vez

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

Zobna pulpa

Mehko tkivo znotraj zoba, ki vsebuje živce in krvne žile.

Zobna sklenina

Trda zunanja plast zoba, ki ščiti pred kariesom.

Bruksizem

Nehotno škripanje, stiskanje ali drgnjenje zob, pogosto med spanjem.

Gingivitis

Vnetje dlesni, ki ga običajno povzroča kopičenje bakterijskih oblog.

Halitoza

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

Malokluzija

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

Motnja temporomandibularnega sklepa

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

Občutljivost zob

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

Parodontitis

Resna okužba dlesni, ki poškoduje mehka tkiva in uničuje kost, ki podpira zobe.

Zobni absces

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

Zobni karies

Razpadanje zob, ki ga povzročajo bakterije, ki proizvajajo kisline, ki raztapljajo sklenino.

Zobni oblogi in zobni kamen

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

3D-tiskanje v zobozdravstvu

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

Avtoklav

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

CAD/CAM zobozdravstvo

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

CBCT (Stožčasta tomografija)

Specializirana tehnika 3D-slikanja, ki zagotavlja podrobne prikaze zob, mehkih tkiv, živcev in kosti.

Digitalni odtis (intraoralni skener)

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

Digitalni rentgen

Napredna oblika zobnega rentgena, ki namesto tradicionalnega filma uporablja digitalne senzorje.

Intraoralna kamera

Majhna kamera za fotografiranje notranjosti ust od blizu.

Panoramska rentgenska slika (OPG)

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

Parodontalno sondiranje in merjenje žepov

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

Zobozdravniški stol

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

Zobozdravstveni laser

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

Informirano soglasje v zobozdravstvu

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

Portal za paciente

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

Sistemi označevanja zob (FDI, Univerzalni, Palmer)

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

Telozobozdravstvo

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

Umetna inteligenca v zobozdravstvu

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

Zakoni o varstvu zdravstvenih podatkov (GDPR, HIPAA, PIPEDA)

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

Zgodovina zobozdravstvene dokumentacije

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

Zmanjšanje izostankov in odpovedi v zobozdravstvu

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