In dental terms, "glossus" refers to the tongue. It is derived from the Greek word "glossa," which means tongue. The term is often used in conjunction with other terms to describe conditions or anatomical features related to the tongue, such as "sublingual glossus" (beneath the tongue) or "lingual glossus" (pertaining to the tongue). Understanding the glossus is important in dentistry for procedures involving oral health and anatomy.
In dental terms, abnormal lucency refers to an area on a radiograph that appears darker than the surrounding tissues, indicating a potential loss of mineral content or density. This can signify various dental issues, such as dental caries (cavities), periodontal disease, or bone loss. The presence of abnormal lucency often requires further investigation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
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That's the definition of the "mean" or "average" of that group of terms.
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The Tongue
The extrinsic muscles of the tongue, such as the genio-glossus and the stylo-glossus, attach the tongue to other structures and are responsible for the movement of the tongue. The muscle responsible for sticking the tongue out is the genio-glossus, which is attached to the mandible. by pulling on the other muscles while attached to the mandible, the genio-glossus is able to stick the tongue out.
Dental Caries is the scientific name for 'tooth decay.'
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Genioglossus Hyoglossus Styloglossus Palatoglossus
The human tongue is connected to the floor of the mouth by the frenulum. Furthermore it is attached to the hyoid bone, (a bone in the human neck) mandible (jawbone) and the temporal styloid process (bone that is placed below the ear). sometimes its connected to the uvula. The tongue is connected to both the jawbone and the skull by four sets of muscles - The genio-glossus to the lower jaw The hyo-glossus to the hyoid bone in the throat The stylo-glossus to the base of the skull The palato-glossus to the rear of the palate.
Dental means teeth. Dental is the worse used to describe everything to do with the mouth, teeth and other muscles and tissues surrounding this area. The definition of dental is "of or relating to the teeth."
Orthodontics
These are terms that refer to specific anatomical features of teeth. These terms are only important to dental professionals.
DAMD means; Domestic Animal Medical Doctor
bachelor dental surgery is the abbreation for bds