Diastema | definition of diastema by Medical dictionary Diastema | definition of diastema by Medical dictionary [di″ah-ste´mah] (pl. diaste´mata) (Gr.) a space or cleft. di·a·ste·ma·ta (dī'ă-stē'mă, -stē'mă-tă), 1. Space between two adjacent teeth in the same dental arch. 2. Fissure or abnormal opening in any part, especially if congenital. 3. Cleft or space between the maxillary lateral incisor and canine teeth, into which the lower canine is received when the jaws are closed; abnormal in humans but normal in dogs and many other animals. [G. diastēma, an interval] /di·a·ste·ma/ (di″ah-ste´mah) pl. diaste´mata [Gr.] 1. a space or cleft. 2. a space between two adjacent teeth in the same dental arch. 3. a narrow zone in the equatorial plane through which the cytosome divides in mitosis. diastema n. pl. diaste·mata (-mə-tə) A gap or space between two teeth.

di′a·ste·mat′ic (-stə-măt′ĭk) adj. diastema [dī′əstē′mə] Etymology: Gk, interval a space between two teeth in the same dental arch not caused by the loss of a tooth between them. It occurs most commonly between the maxillary central incisors in adults. di·a·ste·ma 1. Fissure or abnormal opening in any part, especially if congenital. 2. Space between two adjacent teeth in the same dental arch. 3. A space between teeth not due to missing teeth. 4. A space between the upper central incisors in humans, or a space between two adjacent teeth in the same dental arch, especially that between the upper lateral incisor and the adjacent canine, into which the lower canine closes in the Carnivora, such as dogs. Diastema Guide, Treatments, Side Effects, Questions, Answers and News. Diastema A space or gap between two teeth Question: Will Invisalign work for a large diastema and small crossbite? I have a large diastema between my two front teeth and a small posterior cross bite.

Has anyone else used Invisalign to fix one or both of these problems? I am going to see my dentist this weekend to find out what my best option for fixing these problems is. Does anyone have any advice about this? Did regular braces give better results? Answer: well i had a crossbite and a little bit of a snaggle tooth. I am on my 12 set out of 13 and i can most definatlry tell a huge differnce in my teeth. btw invisalign is (in my opion) the best way to straigten your teeth because it doesnt hurt at all and i only had mine for about six months. you also have shorter visit than with regular braces Question: Labial Frenectomy OR Diastema Closure - which will close my gap? I have braces now and the gap is completely closed. However my dentist noted that the frenum (the one on centre of the upper lip) is a bit low and will cause a gap again when my braces are taken off. Is labial frenectomy the right procedure needed to be done here? I am not completely sure of the difference between that and diastema closure. THANKS.

Answer: yes, that's right, they will have to remove part of that frenum. diastema is the opening between your front teeth, don't be afraid, you are in the best hands. Question: How long does it take to close a gap( diastema) between your front teeth with braces? I will be getting braces the end of july, and I would like for my gap to be at least half way close by the the end of the year. Answer: It all depends on how good u take care of ur braces, it may shorteren the time, But if u do a crapy job of taking care of u braces it is going to take longer. But it all depends on u, My brother had his braces on 4 5 years!! And he took good care of them, But like i said it all depends!! Good luck:) Question: How much does it cost to get diastema (gap) bonded? I have a gap (think Michael Strahan) and I would like to get it closed. Can anyone tell me how much would it cost. If it helps I live in Virginia Beach. Thanks.

Answer: it is often possible to close the gap without bonding a simple proceedure by dds called frenulectomy (removal of tissue between the teeth) then a simple retainer to draw them closer together if necessary Question: will porcelain crowns be a permanent solution for Diastema. If grinding of the teeth affect the root's streng Dentists say it will be a permanent solution and the crown will not come out. Is it true. Answer: no! i dont' know when and where that dentist did his training!!! to close diastema , you don't shave the tooth to tiny peg and put a crown there!!!!!! veneer is used for that , since diastema is considered a cosmetic defect!!!!! why in the world someone suggest or even consider destroying your tooth and putting a crown there just to close a gap!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and crown is never permanent! if the same dentist that made such stupid treatment option for you, does your crown procedure , i'm sure his crown is gonna be as crazy as his treatment plan and will fail 100% because of poor techniq!!!!!!!!!!!!! Please change your dentist, !!! i'm very distrubed but what i just read!!! Question: What's the price of Diastema Closure?

Is it painfull? I was wondering if diastema closure was painful and what's the cost of it? How do they actually get rid of the space..do they move the teeth or use vaneers ( or something similiar)? Thanks. Answer: Orthodontics could be used. Veneers are often used if there is no misalignment of the other teeth. There is not much pain involved. Veneers vary in price but I would expect it to be somewhere between $1900 to $3600 for two veneers. Question: Is a diastema [gap in your teeth] dominant or recessive? i'm doing a pedigree project for my biology class and i am tracing the diastema that is VERY common in my family haha. any help is very appreciated! thanks :] Answer: Actually, the condiiton can be either a dominant or a recessive trait! Quite a complicated one, whether it has to be taken in the perspective of gender-wise study, ot even at a broader genepool level! But on a whole, yes it could be by any of the both! Hope this satisfies your query!

:-) Question: Diastema is the medical term for the gap between what in the human body? Answer: Two teeth, Question: What is this bump above my diastema (gap)? I have a harmless bump above my two front teeth or above a diastema (gap). I wear braces now, but I've had this since I was small and it has been growing. Does anybody know what it is and if I can get rid of it? It doesn't hurt, but I also think it's not suppose to be there. Answer: The bump is a naturally occurring bit of gum tissue. Everyone has it, but it's behind their front teeth. The gap lets yours shows. It is called the incisive papilla. It is meant to be padding over a place where a nerve, artery, and vein come out of the palate. Question: Can an addtional tooth be inserted to remove diastema? Please answer.. Answer: If the space is large enough so the tooth looks normal, it can be inserted. Question: Does the Eastern Mole have a diastema? I can not find this answer anywhere! in notes or online. They seem to have a full set of teeth but I can not tell.

Answer: Skull : â¦ no apparent diastema The diastema is more commonly associated with herbivores (rabbit, horse, sheep etc) -m- Question: Does anyone know a dental clinic here in QC who treats diastema? And how much would it cost? Thanks! :) Answer: Orthodontic treatment will cost about $4500-$6000 If you are talking about only one gap that can be closed with bonding then it may cost around $350-$600. Question: i have a diastema (gap) between my 2 front teeth...is there a cheaper way 2 close it? i want braces, but i don't have that kind of money.. is there another way? Answer: I too have a diastema! You can try bonding depending on how far the gap is. If it's slightly it will work fine and wont make your centrals look wide, but you have to make sure your careful as it can chip and stain easily. Veneers and braces are the other options. I've grown to love mine, I'd like to think it gives me character lol! Question: i had my diastema "corrected" by composite resin.

can i have it removed? in the future, i would like to have braces to properly correct my teeth. i was wondering if the resin could be removed to restore the teeth into its normal shape. is it permanent? i'm starting to dislike my what my dentist did with my diastema. Answer: Sure. Piece of cake. Question: Hi! I have a diastema in my two upper front teeth. It looks like an open gate facing on the inside \ /.? The dentist told me that she would perform ceramic veneer lamination on my two front teeth. This would alter the shape of my teeth by reconstructing it and using ceramics to fill the gap and change the shape. Is this advisable? Answer: Yes, and it's a great way to change the shape, appearance and fill the gap. I had my 4 front teeth done, but you may be able to get away with two. They look and feel natural. Most insurance wont cover it, but it's worth the money. Ask the dentist if you can go to the lab for a custom shade? That way you are sure to get a more perfect match to your other teeth.

Question: Diastema Poll: Michael Strahan, Madonna, David Letterman, Anna Paquin or SpongeBob SquarePants? Answer: It took me a long time to figure out why the weird chick on CSI creeped me out so much. That's why. Other than that... I really like Michael Strahan. Question: best way to close a diastema (gap tooth)? Hello, I have a hereditarial diastema. You know the one with that little piece or gum that hangs in the middle of the gap? I was wondering what is the best way to close it. I heard bonding is the best. All my other teeth are fine, so I don't want braces. Can anyone help me out? Also, how much does the procedures that you suggest cost? Thanks! Im located in Camden, NJ, which is about five minutes from Philly. I heard it also matters what area you're in as well. If anyone has any idea how much it would cost in the Hampton Roads area of VA that would help too. Thanks! Answer: if you dont want braces, you an have a crown up in on your fron two teeth and the crown will be a little bigger then your teeth inorder to fill in the gap.

it could be all porsalin or silver coated in porsalin wih the back in silver. you are looking at about $2000 for both crowns. depends on the dentist. Question: Diastema tooth bonding procedure? Hi everyone a week from today I am getting my diastema (gap between 2 front teeth) closed with dental bonding. Can anyone tell me about their experiences? What should I do to prepare for the procedure? Any extra helpful info? Thanks :) Answer: please let me know how it goes for you. i too have a diastema and I want to get it closed as well. Please email me if you can. Question: well is diastema closure possible for teenagers?? and what is the process? umm... i have a big hesitation for smiling... cuz my teeth are not perfect... so wanted to know if abv mentioned was possible which is closing gaps btween teeths Answer: braces... the dr could possibly close it with bonding, but that's just gonna fall offsooner or later.... Question: diastema a candidate for braces?

i have a 4mm size(just one between front tteeth) and i my tooth on the left bottom side right next to my left bottom tooth(the main one under front teeth). should i get braces? i went to an orthodnontist and he said front and bottom braces for me would between $5000-$6000. he said they would have to have me pull 2-4 teeth on the upper left and right because of the gap (4mm) why does he have to do that? is 4mm too severe fro braces? Answer: How many evaluations have you gotten for a fix for your problem? I would at least get another dentist/orthodontist to take a look and see how much it would cost to repair. Also what type of braces is the orthodontist proposing that they use? A local orthodontist that my husband went to uses a system that rarely ever requires extractions and the cost is pretty decent even for extreme cases. (Damon 3 was what he got) (a gap of 4mm is nothing compared to some of the problems I've seen.. wow is all I can say) What is a Diastema?

(with pictures) What is a Diastema? Last Modified Date: 17 December 2016 Copyright Protected: You won't believe these 10 facts about people Diastema is a term used by dentists to describe a gap or space between two teeth, usually the two front teeth of the upper jaw. All mammals can develop a diastema, and the feature even occurs naturally in many animals. The condition is frequently experienced by human children as their primary teeth fall out, although it is typically corrected when the permanent teeth finally appear. If the gap remains after the permanent teeth have erupted, it is likely that the diastema will remain until the child receives orthodontic treatment. Aside from missing teeth, diastemas may also be caused by teeth that are too large or small in relation to the jaw or by dental alignment problems such as an overbite . In some cases, an oversized labial frenulum is to blame. The labial frenulum is the tissue around the inside of the lip that extends to meet the gum tissue around the upper two teeth. When this tissue is too large, it can push the teeth apart, causing a diastema.

Many herbivorous mammals have natural diastemas between their front teeth and sometimes between their cheek teeth. This is a common occurrence amongst rodents and lagomorphs, which are rodents with four incisors in the upper jaw. Some animals such as anteaters and pangolins have large diastemas between very few teeth. Ad In humans, diastemas may be treated, depending on the severity of the condition and the reason for its occurrence. Common diastema treatment options include applying porcelain veneers to the teeth, performing crown and bridge work, or teeth implants in adults. Orthodontic treatments and braces may also be used to slowly move the teeth together and close the space between them. If an oversized labial frenulum is the cause of the diastema, a surgical procedure known as a frenectomy may be performed. During a frenectomy, the tissue is cut and then repositioned to allow for greater flexibility. When the procedure is performed on a child, the gap between the teeth may close naturally over time. In teenagers and adults, braces or orthodontic treatment may be required to close the diastema. A diastema poses no significant health risks and is commonly seen as a cosmetic problem instead of a medical condition.

Many people choose to live with their diastema rather than endure expensive and often painful surgery. In some places of the world, however, space between the teeth is an indication of beauty. Inhabitants of the western regions of Nigeria view diastemas as attractive, and some people undergo cosmetic dentistry to have them artificially created. Ad Issue 154 by East Cork Journal (page 54) - issuu issuu Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 - The East Cork Journal The Puzzler WIN2TICKETS FOR... TEL. (021) 4630066 WITH OUR Tea-Break Crossword 4 Test your concentration with this word ladder B U S H Congratulations to last week’s winner: LIZ MURPHY ACROSS 8. Stuck (7) 9. Sister’s daughter (5) 10. Modelled (5) 11. Female big cat (7) 12. Replenish (4) 13. Passage (8) 16. Acquired (8) 18. More (4) 21. Glisten (7) 23.

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Leap 2. Safari 3.Pilot 4. Week 5.Weather 6. Tether 7. Stoppers 12.Generous 14. Ace 15. Caramel 17. Retain 19.Unveil 20. Cheat 22. Earl 24. Crew. Name: ______________________________ Address: ____________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ Tel (mobile):______________________________ Home:_______________________________ Entries to East Cork Journal, 1st Floor, Watersedge, Riverside Way, Midleton F I R E Five Minutes - Five Questions 1. Diastema is the medical term for the gap between what in the human body? 2. Jibbons and scallions are alternative words for which vegetables? 3. Name Charles Dickens’ first novel, featuring the characters Nathaniel Winkle, Augustus Snodgrass and ‘the fat boy’ Joe? 4. Photophobia is extreme sensitivity to, or fear of, what: Paparazzi; Light; Memory loss; or Office equipment? 5. Milou is the French name of which cartoon character’s dog? Answer to last week’s Medium 3 ANSWERS TO WORDGAMES: 1.

Unclearly 2. BASH BASE BARE FARE ANSWERS: 1. Two teeth (usually the front teeth) 2. Spring onions 3. Pickwick Papers 4. Light 5. Tintin 8 A dictionary of dental terms The two upper and two lower teeth in the very center of your mouth. More Lateral The teeth just adjacent to the centrals. Cuspid The pointy teeth just behind the laterals. These teeth have one cuspal (or point). Cuspids are also called canines. First Bicuspid The teeth just behind the cuspids. These teeth have two cuspals (or points) Second Bicuspid The teeth just behind the first bicuspids. These teeth also have two cuspals (or points). First Molar The teeth just behind the second bicuspids. These teeth have a level surface with four cuspals. Second Molar The teeth just behind the first. These teeth also have a level surface with four cuspals. Third Molar The teeth just behind the second molars. These teeth also have a level surface with four cuspals.

Incisor Another name for the centrals and laterals Canine Another name for the cuspids 6 year molar Another name for your first molar 12 year molar Another name for your second molar Wisdom Tooth Another name for the third molar Anterior Teeth Your centrals, laterals, and cuspids. These are the teeth in the front of your mouth Posterior Teeth Your bicuspids and molars. These are the teeth in the back of your mouth. Deciduous Teeth Your primary, or "baby teeth" Primary teeth The first set of teeth which come in. Primary teeth are also called "baby teeth" or deciduous teeth. Secondary Teeth A opening in your jaw-bone in which a tooth is attached. Apex The very bottom of the root of your tooth Buccal The tooth surface which is next to your cheeks. Usually only posterior teeth touch your cheeks, so people usually use the term "buccal" only when talking about your back teeth. Cementum A bony substance covering the root of a tooth. Crown The part of your tooth above your gum. Cuspal The chewing or tearing points of the cuspids, bicuspids, and molars.

Dentin The calcium part of a tooth below the enamel containing the pulp chamber and root canals. Enamel A hard ceramic which covers the exposed part of your teeth. Frenum Small pieces of pink colored skin that attach your lips, cheeks and tongue to your mouth. Examples include the piece of skin under your tounge which sticks out when you pick up your tongue, and the piece of skin which sticks out when you pull out your lips. Gingivae Another name for your gums Gums The pink areas around your teeth Pulp The soft inner structure of a tooth, consisting of nerve and blood vessels Pulp Chamber The very inner part of your tooth containing nerve cells and blood vessels. Pulp canal Another name for the pulp chamber Root The teeth on either side of a missing tooth. Amalgam A silver/mercury mixture which is used for fillings. Anatomy 1)The arangement of the bones in your skeleton 2) The study of the arrangement of the bones in your skeleton. Antiseptic A chemical agent which can be applied to living tissues to destroy germs.

Anesthetic A drug which a doctor or dentist uses to put you, your mouth, or some other part of your body asleep so you do not feel any pain during dental or medical procedures. Anterior An adjective used to describe things pertaining to your your Centrals, laterals and cuspids (your front teeth). Arch Collectively, either the teeth or the basal bone of either jaw. Articulator A special holder for models of your teeth. The articulator holds the models in the same alignment as your jaw so the orthodontist can look carefully at your bite. Asepsis The avoidance of potentially pathogenic microorganism. In practice,it refers to those techniques which aims to exclude all microorganisms. Aspirator A tube like a straw which the dentist puts in your mouth to suck up all the saliva. Aspiration Removal of fluids from your mouth with an aspirator. Bruxism Clenching or grinding of your teeth especially at night. Calculus A hard deposit that forms when you do not brush your teeth so the plaque hardens. Calculus is also known as tartar. Caries Another name for a cavities (tooth decay) Cavity A small hole in one of your teeth caused by tooth decay.

Cross contamination Passing bacteria, viruses or AIDS indirectly from one patient to another through the use of improper sterilization procedures, unclean instruments, or "recycling" of orthodontic products. Crown 1) An artifacial tooth, 2) an artificial replacement for the covering on a tooth. Curettage A periodontal procedure where your gums are scraped to remove bacteria. Decalcification The loss of calcium from your teeth. This weakens your teeth and makes them more succeptable to decay. Denture A synthetic replacment for all of your teeth in either your upper or your lower jaw. Diagnosis the process of identifying the nature of a disorder. Direct contamination Direct contact with impurities or germs. (for example by a Patient sneezing on the assistant.) Disinfection A cleaning process which destroys of most microorganism, but not highly resistant forms such as bacterial and mycotic spores or the AIDS virus. Disinfectant A chemical agent which is applied onto inanimate surfaces, for example chairs, to destroy germs. Disposable materials materials intended for one use and discarded.

(e.g.: Gloves, paper gowns, cotton rolls, sponges, etc.) Distal Behind towards the back of the mouth. For example you might say that the first bicuspid is distal to the cuspid. Edentulous Someone is said to be edentulous whene all of their teeth are missing from either their upper or lower jaw. Endodontist (Endo) A dentist who specializes in root canals and the treatment of diseases or injuries that affect the root tips or nerves in your teeth. Erupt, Eruption When a new tooth comes in, the tooth is said to erupt when the tooth breaks through the surface of your gums, so you can see the tooth in your mouth. Exfoliate to fall out. (Your Deciduous teeth exfoliate and permanent teeth erupt into the space.) Extraoral Outside of your mouth. For example, neck pads are sait to be extra oral products since they go outside of your mouth. Filtrum the dimple or indentation under the nose directly above the upper lip. Fluoride A chemical solution or gel which you put on your teeth. The flouride hardens your teeth and prevents tooth decay.

Gingival hypertrophy The abnormal enlargement of the gingiva surrounding the teeth caused by poor oral hygiene. Gingivitis The inflammation of your gums caused by improper brushing. The first sign of periodontal (gum) disease. Impacted tooth An unerupted tooth that somehow has gotten stuck and cannot come in. Implant A replacement for one of your missing teeth. The implant is different than a bridge in that the implant is permenantly attached into your jaw. Incisal The biting edge of your centrals and laterals. Interproximal the space between adjacent teeth Intraoral Inside your mouth. For example, orthodontic rubber bands are called intraoral products since the rubber bands are designed to go in your mouth. Irrigation the technique of using a solution to wash out your mouth and to flush debris. Labial The tooth surface next to your lips or things mounted on the tooth surfaces next to your lips. Lingual The tooth surface next to your tongue or things mounted on the tooth surfaces next to your tongue. Mandible Pertaining to your upper jaw Mesial Forward or front. For example your cuspid is mesial to you bicuspid.

The mesial surface of your bicuspid is the part of the bicuspid closest to your cuspid. Midline A plane through the very center of your mouth perpendicular to your nose. Mixed dentition The situation when both deciduous and permanent teeth are present. Occlusal the chewing or grinding surface of the bicuspid and molar teeth. Occlusal plane the imaginary surface on which upper and lower teeth meet. Occlusal radiograph the only x-ray that is taken without a precision(tm) x-ray holder. The x-ray film for this procedure is shaped like a large oatmeal cookie. You are asked to bite on the x-ray film and the top of the x-ray machine is positioned over your nose for a maxillary occlusal x-ray or under your chin for a mandibular occlusal film. The x- ray shows the whole arch. Oral Cells which aid the growth and development of teeth and bones. Osteoclasts Cells which help create the sockets in bones. For example osteoclasps create the openings in your jaw bone to hold your teeth. Pathogens disease producing organisms that can exist in many different places.

(e.g.: Air, dust, counter top surfaces, the body, etc.) Pathology the study of abnormal (diseased) tissue conditions. Pedodontist (Pedo) A dentist who specializes in the treatment of children's teeth. Periapical x-ray of individual teeth or groups of teeth. Periodontist (Perio) A dentist who specializes in the treatment of diseases of your gums. Plaque is a colorless, odorless, sticky substance containing acids and bacteria that causes tooth decay. Periodontal Pertaining to your gums. For example periodontal desiese is gum disease. Periodontist A dentist who specializes in the treatment of gum disease. Posterior An adjective used to describe things pertaining to the back of your mouth or your back teeth. Prophylaxis A dentist who specializes in the replacement of missing teeth. Proximal Refers to the surfaces of teeth that touch the next tooth; the space between adjacent teeth is the interproximal space.

Radiograph Another name for an x-ray Root canal A procedure where the nerve of a heavily decayed tooth is removed from the tooth replaced with a filling material Sagittal plane The longitudinal vertical plane that divides the mouth into two halves (left and right.) Sanitization A cleaning process which reduces germs to a "safe" level. Space maintainer A gadget used to maintain a space in your mouth. You would use a space maintainer when you lose one of your baby teeth. The space maintainer will keep a space in your mouth until a permenant tooth comes in to fill the space. Sterilization A process where a medical material is treated to remove all possible germs and other forms of life Supernumerary teeth Some people have extra teeth. These are called "supernumerary teeth". Tartar Another name for calculus TMJ An abreviation for the "temporomandibular joint" The "temporomandibular joint" is the joint where your lower jaw connects to your skull. Treatment card A metal wire which is attached to your brackets to move your teeth.

Band a metal ring that is usually placed on you teeth to hold on parts of your braces Bracket A metal or ceramic part that is glued onto a tooth and serves as a means of fastening the arch wire. Breakaway A breakaway is a small plastic piece with an internal spring which is used to provide force on a facebow. Buccal tube A small metal part that is welded on the ourside of a molar bank. The buccal tube contains a slots to hold archwires, lip bumpers, facebows and other things your orthodontist uses to move your teeth. Chain, Orthodontic Chain A stretchable plastic chain used to hold archwires into brackets and to moke teeth. Facebow, Headgear Facebows are wire apparatus used to move your upper molars back in your mouth which creates room for crowded or protrusive anterior teeth. Generally, the facebow consists of two metal parts which have been attached together. The inner part is shaped like a horseshoe. This part goes in your mouth and is connected to your buccal tubes. The outer part has two curves. The curves go around your face, and connect to the breakaways or high pull headgear.

To properly use the product, the inner bow needs to be inserted into your buccal tubes. An elastic neck band is placed around the back of the neck while the triangular cast offs on both sides of neck band are attached to the outer bow of the headgear. Completing the apparatus is a plastic safety strap that is placed over the neck band and onto the outer bow of the headgear. Ligating module A small plastic piece, shaped like a donut, which is used to hold the arch wires in the brackets on your teeth. Lip bumper A lip bumper is used to push the molars on your lower jaw back to create more space for other teeth. The lip bumper conists of an arch wire which is attached to a molded piece of plastic. You mount the arch wire in the buccal tubes on your lower jaw, and plastic piece rests against your lips. When you eat or talk, you push the plastic piece back which pushes on your molars. That pushes your molars back. Mouthguard A device that is used to protect your mouth from injury when you are participating in sports. The use of a mouthguard is especially important for orthodontic patients, to prevent injuries.

Neck pad A neckpad is a cloth covered cushion which you wear around your neck when you put on your facebow. Generally, the breakaways are attached to the neckpad to provide force for the facebow. Palatal Expander A device used to make your jaw wider Retainer A gadget that the orthodontist gives you to wear after the orthodntist removes your braces. The retainer attaches to your upper teeth and holds them in the correct position. You wear the retainer at night to make sure that none of your teeth move while your jaw hardens and your teeth get strongly attached to your jaw. Safety Strap A special plier which the orthodontist uses to remove bands from your teeth Bite Stick A device the orthodontist uses to help put on your bands. The orthodontist puts the band in place, then asks you to bite down on the bite stick to help push the band in place. Cephalometric Viewer An x-ray viewer Cheek retractors Small plastic pieces used to draw back your lips and cheeks so the orthodontist can more easily see you teeth and work in your mouth.

Curing Light A special UV light used to help attach brackets to your teeth Distal End Cutter A special plier used to cut off the ends of your arch wires. Explorer a hook-like fine pointed instrument used in examining the teeth. Interproximal Stripper A device used to remove some of the enamel from the spaces between your teeth. The stripper is used to create extra space for crowded teeth. Mathieu Plier A special plier which locks when it closes so it holds on to small parts. Pin and Ligature Cutter A special plier use to cur off arch wires, ligatures etc. Scaler A tool with a curved hook on one end. The orthodontist uses the scaler to remove excess cement, and check for gaps. Twirl On the process of cementing orthodontic bands to your teeth Bonding the process of attaching brackets to your teeth using a special safe glue Cephalometric X-Rays An x-ray of the head that shows whether your teeth are aligned properly, and whether they are growing properly. The Consultation A meeting with your orthodontist where he discusses your treatment plan Debanding the removal of cemented orthodontic bands. Debonding The removal of the brackets from your teeth Extraoral photograph facial photos.

Impressions The first step in making a model of your teeth. You bite into a container filled with algenate, and the algenate hardens to produce a mold of your teeth. Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment Orthodontic treatment usually done when you are 6-8. The objective of interceptive orthodontic treatment is to expand your palate and make other corrections, so that your later orthodontic treatment goes quicker and is less painful. Ligation the arrangement of the teeth. Diastema a space between two teeth. Drift Unwanted movement of teeth. Extrusion Tooth movement in the direction of eruption. Natural extrusion: teeth grow until there is contact with another tooth. Mechanical extrusion: to pull the teeth so that it extends farther out of your gums. Fixed appliance any orthodontic component that is cemented or bonded to the teeth. Flared teeth A term used to indicate the position of the teeth. The upper teeth are flared lingually (toward the lip). Full orthodontic treatment Getting braces Inclination the angle of the long axis of a tooth from a particular line of reference; the tilt or tip of a tooth.

Interocclusal registration a wax bite which is used to see how your teeth come together Interproximal stripping reduction of the enamel of the teeth on both sides of the tooth. This procedure is preformed to create space for crowded teeth. Intrusion movement of a tooth back into the bone. Lingual appliances orthodontic appliance fixed to the inside of your teeth. i.e. Lingual appliances are attached to the part of your teeth next to your tongue. Lingual arch An orthodontic wire attached from molar to molar in the inside of your teeth. Lingual retainers a variation of the lingual arch going from cuspids to cuspid. Malocclusion Poor positioning of your teeth. Class I Malocclusion A Malocclusion where your bite is OK (your top teeth line up with your bottom teeth) but your teeth are crooked, crowded or turned. Class II Malocclusion A Malocclusion where your upper teeth stick out past your lower teeth. This is also called an "overbite" or "buck teeth" Class III Malocclusion A Malocclusion where your lower teeth stick out past your upper teeth. This is also called an "underbite".

Occlusion The alignment and spacing of your upper and lower teeth when you bite down. Proper Occlusion A beautiful smile where all of your teeth are straight and your top teeth line up with your bottom teeth Open bite A malocclusion in which the teeth do not close or come together in the front of your mouth Orthodontics The treatment preformed to correct your bite and make your smile look wonderful. Orthodontist A dentist who has been specially trained to do orthodontics. Orthodontia vertical overlapping of the upper teeth over the lower. Overjet horizontal projection of upper teeth beyond the lower. Retruded a term used when your front teeth are slated lingually (i.e. toward the back of your mouth). Rotation a movement in which the tooth turned along the long axis of the tooth. Spee the curve of spee is the curvature of the occlusal plane of the teeth. Stop a bend or auxiliary attachment placed on a wire to limit the archwire from sliding or moving in the bracket slot of the bracket. Tipping a tooth movement in which the root of the tooth is tipped labially (lip) or lingually (tongue) to correct the angle of the crown of the tooth.

Torque the rotation of a tooth on the long axis moving the root of the tooth in a buccal or labial direction. Tracing (cephalometric) an overlay drawing traced over a cephalometric x-ray that shows specific structures and landmarks that provided a basis for orthodontic therapy. Traction the act of drawing or pulling the teeth. Translation

Question: Diastema is the medical term for the gap between what in the human body?
Answer: Two teeth