scaling<\/strong> – professional deep cleaning to remove plaque, calculus, and surface stains from teeth, common treatment for periodontal disease<\/p>\n

sealant<\/strong> – thin, resinous material that is applied to occlusal surfaces of rear molars to help prevent decay<\/p>\n

separator\/spacer<\/strong> – small rubber orthodontic ring used to create space between teeth before bands are attached<\/p>\n

sinus graft<\/strong> – bone graft on the maxillary sinus to allow the placement of dental implants<\/p>\n

sleep apnea<\/strong> – interruptions in breathing during sleep due to airway collapse<\/p>\n

space maintainer<\/strong> – dental appliance used to fill space of prematurely lost baby tooth to prevent shifting of surrounding teeth<\/p>\n

stomatitis<\/strong> – inflammation of mouth membranes<\/p>\n

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