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Tooth Abscess
An infectious process that affects a tooth. It is characterized by localized periapical or periodontal collection of pus. It presents with pain and swelling of the gums and/or cheek. (NCI Thesaurus)
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The pathologic wearing away of the tooth substance by brushing, bruxism, clenching, and other mechanical causes. It is differentiated from TOOTH ATTRITION…
The lower right 3rd molar, as defined by the Universal tooth numbering system.
The lower right 2nd molar, as defined by the Universal tooth numbering system.
The first, permanent, six-year molar of the lower right arch as defined by the Universal tooth numbering system.
The upper right 2nd molar, as defined by the Universal tooth numbering system.
The first, permanent, six-year molar of the lower left arch as defined by the Universal tooth numbering system.
