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Methods |
A series of steps taken in order to conduct research. |
Techniques,Methodological Studies,Methodological Study,Procedures,Studies, Methodological,Study, Methodological,Method,Procedure,Technique |
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| D011313 |
Preventive Dentistry |
The branch of dentistry concerned with the prevention of disease and the maintenance and promotion of oral health. |
Dentistries, Preventive,Dentistry, Preventive,Preventive Dentistries |
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| D003731 |
Dental Caries |
Localized destruction of the tooth surface initiated by decalcification of the enamel followed by enzymatic lysis of organic structures and leading to cavity formation. If left unchecked, the cavity may penetrate the enamel and dentin and reach the pulp. |
Caries, Dental,Carious Lesions,Dental Cavities,Dental Cavity,Dental Decay,Dental White Spots,Carious Dentin,Decay, Dental,Dental White Spot,White Spot, Dental,White Spots, Dental,Carious Dentins,Carious Lesion,Cavities, Dental,Cavity, Dental,Dentin, Carious,Dentins, Carious,Lesion, Carious,Lesions, Carious,Spot, Dental White,Spots, Dental White |
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| D003802 |
Dentifrices |
Any preparations used for cleansing teeth; they usually contain an abrasive, detergent, binder and flavoring agent and may exist in the form of liquid, paste or powder; may also contain medicaments and caries preventives. |
Polishes, Dental,Dental Polishes,Dentifrice |
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| D005460 |
Fluorides, Topical |
Fluorides, usually in pastes or gels, used for topical application to reduce the incidence of DENTAL CARIES. |
Fluoride Varnishes,Topical Fluorides,Varnishes, Fluoride |
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| D006801 |
Humans |
Members of the species Homo sapiens. |
Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man |
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| D012964 |
Sodium |
A member of the alkali group of metals. It has the atomic symbol Na, atomic number 11, and atomic weight 23. |
Sodium Ion Level,Sodium-23,Ion Level, Sodium,Level, Sodium Ion,Sodium 23 |
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| D014088 |
Tooth Permeability |
The property of TEETH to permit passage of light, heat, gases, liquids, metabolites, mineral ions and other substances. It does not include the penetration of the teeth by microorganisms. |
Permeability, Tooth,Permeabilities, Tooth,Tooth Permeabilities |
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| D014099 |
Toothbrushing |
The act of cleaning teeth with a brush to remove plaque and prevent tooth decay. (From Webster, 3d ed) |
Toothbrushings |
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