Maintenance of the partially edentulous mouth and care of the denture.
1973
A G Wagner
UI
MeSH Term
Description
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D009909
Oral Health
The optimal state of the mouth and normal functioning of the organs of the mouth without evidence of disease.
Health, Oral
D009910
Oral Hygiene
The practice of personal hygiene of the mouth. It includes the maintenance of oral cleanliness, tissue tone, and general preservation of oral health.
Dental Hygiene,Hygiene, Dental,Hygiene, Oral
D003742
Dental Devices, Home Care
Devices used in the home by persons to maintain dental and periodontal health. The devices include toothbrushes, dental flosses, water irrigators, gingival stimulators, etc.
Dental Floss,Floss, Dental,Home Care Dental Devices
D003832
Denture, Partial, Removable
A partial denture designed and constructed to be removed readily from the mouth.