Dental Terminology O

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Dental Terminology with the Letter O and the explanation of them.

Occlusal Disease

Occlusal Disease refers to bite problems. The teeth can get damaged if they aren’t aligned properly. Every time they meet, there are softer or stronger forces applied to the teeth. But, when there are discrepancies at the bite, this imbalance can lead to issues with your jaw, muscles, teeth or a combination of all of them.

Occlusal Surface

The occlusal surface is the tooth surface that's used to chew or grind.

Oral Bacteria

The human mouth contains several types of Oral Bacteria, those are bad and good organisms. Some Oral mouth Bacteria perform essential functions to keep your mouth healthy. Other Oral Bacteria, unfortunately, can damage your teeth.

Oral Rinse

An Oral Rinse or also called mouthwash often refresh the breath, but some Oral mouth Rinses can reduce plaque, control and prevent tooth decay, reduce or prevent Gingivitis.

Overbite

An Overbite is if the top front teeth that protrude beyond the bottom front teeth. In some cases, an Overbite can lead to health problems like jaw pain, gum disease also tooth decay.