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51. Prophylaxis

Teeth cleaning; A procedure removing calculus, debris, staining and plaque on the teeth, performed usually twice a year for preventing dental disease.

52. Pulp

Vital tissues within the tooth consisting of nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue.

53. Pulpitis

Inflammation of the dental pulp.

54. Recession

1. Economic downturn. 2 In dentistry: Loss of gingival tissue over the root surface of a tooth.

55. Reline

To resurface the tissue side of a denture to gain a better fit.

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