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Caries




Caries

Tooth decay or "cavities".

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Decay
Destruction of tooth structure caused by toxins produced by bacteria.



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Carilion Health System
The Carilion Health System is a hospital in Virginia, United States.

Carilion New River Valley Medical Center
The Carilion New River Valley Medical Center is a hospital in Virginia, United States.

Carisoprodol
Carisoprodol is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): carisoprodol.

Carisoprodol and aspirin
Carisoprodol and aspirin is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; carisoprodol.

Carisoprodol compound
Carisoprodol compound is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; carisoprodol.

Carisoprodol, aspirin and codeine phosphate
Carisoprodol, aspirin and codeine phosphate is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) approved in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): aspirin; carisoprodol; codeine phosphate.

Caritas Medical Centre
The Caritas Medical Centre is a hospital in New Territories, Hong Kong.



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Calcium
Chemical element needed for healthy teeth, bones and nerves

Calculus
Hard residue, commonly known as "tarter," that forms on teeth due to inadequate plaque control, often stained yellow or brown.

Canker sore
Mouth sore appearing whitish, often with a red halo, of ten to fourteen day duration.

Cantilever bridge
fixed bridge that attaches to adjacent teeth only on one end.

Cap
Common term for dental crown.

Caries

Cast
Reproduction of structures made by pouring plaster or stone into a mold.

Cavitron
Dental tool that uses high frequency ultrasonic waves to clean teeth

Cementum
Hard tissue that covers the roots of teeth

Chart
Log of dental or medical records.

Clasp
Device that retains a removable partial denture to stationary teeth.

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