Dental Glossary

All-on-4 hammasimplantit

A full-arch tooth replacement technique using just four strategically placed dental implants to support a complete set of fixed teeth.

Esteettinen hammashoito

Dental procedures focused on improving the appearance of teeth, gums, and smile.

Hammasimplantti

An artificial tooth root surgically placed in the jawbone to support a replacement tooth or bridge.

Hammaskivenpoisto

Professional cleaning procedure to remove plaque and tartar buildup from teeth and below the gumline.

Hammaskruunu

A tooth-shaped cap placed over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance.

Hammaslaminaatti

A thin shell of porcelain or composite bonded to the front of teeth to improve appearance.

Hammaspaikka

Material used to repair a tooth damaged by decay, restoring its normal function and shape.

Hammasproteesi

Removable replacements for missing teeth and surrounding tissues.

Hammassilta

A fixed prosthetic device that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth.

Hampaan poisto

The removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone.

Hampaiden valkaisu

A cosmetic procedure to lighten teeth and remove stains and discoloration.

Juurihoito

A treatment to repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth by removing the damaged pulp.

Luunsiirto

Surgical procedure to replace or regenerate bone in the jaw for dental implant placement.

Läpinäkyvät oikomiskiskot

Removable transparent plastic trays that gradually straighten teeth as an alternative to traditional metal braces.

Oikomiskojeet

The different devices used in orthodontic treatment, including metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces, and clear aligners.

Sedaatiohammashoito

The use of sedation techniques to help anxious patients receive dental treatment comfortably.

Alveolaariluun

The part of the jawbone that contains the sockets (alveoli) where teeth are anchored.

Dentiini

The layer of the tooth beneath the enamel that forms the bulk of the tooth structure.

Hammaskiille

The hard, outer layer of the tooth that protects against decay.

Hammasluuydin

The soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels.

Ikenet

The soft tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth.

Parodontaaliligamentti

Connective tissue fibers that connect the tooth root to the alveolar bone.

Viisaudenhampaat

Third molars that typically emerge between ages 17-25, often requiring extraction.

Bruksismi (hampaiden narskuttelu)

Involuntary grinding, gnashing, or clenching of teeth, often during sleep.

Gingiviitti

Inflammation of the gums, usually caused by bacterial plaque buildup.

Halitoosi (pahanhajuinen hengitys)

Chronic bad breath that doesn't go away with regular brushing and flossing.

Hammaplakki ja hammaskivi

Plaque is a sticky bacterial film on teeth; tartar (calculus) is hardened plaque that can only be removed professionally.

Hammaskaries

Tooth decay caused by bacteria that produce acids that dissolve tooth enamel.

Hammaspaise

A pocket of pus caused by bacterial infection at the root of a tooth or in the gums.

Hampaiden vihlonta

Pain or discomfort in teeth when exposed to hot, cold, sweet, or acidic substances.

Leukanivelhäiriö

Pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint connecting the jaw to the skull.

Parodontiitti

A serious gum infection that damages soft tissue and destroys the bone supporting teeth.

Purentavirhe

Misalignment of teeth when the jaws are closed, commonly called a 'bad bite'.

3D-tulostus hammaslääketieteessä

Additive manufacturing technology used to create dental models, surgical guides, aligners, crowns, and dentures.

Autoklaavi

A sterilization device using high-pressure steam to eliminate all microorganisms from dental instruments.

CAD/CAM-hammashoito

Computer-aided design and manufacturing technology for creating dental restorations.

CBCT (kartiokeilatietokonetomografia)

A specialized 3D imaging technique providing detailed views of teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways, and bone.

Digitaalinen jäljennös (intraoraaliskanneri)

A digital scanning method that captures precise 3D images of teeth and gums, replacing traditional putty impressions.

Digitaalinen röntgen

An advanced form of dental X-ray using digital sensors instead of traditional film.

Hammashoitotuoli

A specialized chair designed to support patients during dental examinations and procedures.

Hammaslaser

A focused light beam device used for precise soft and hard tissue procedures in dentistry.

Intraoraalikamera

A small camera used to take close-up images inside the mouth.

Panoraamaröntgen (OPG)

A single X-ray image that captures the entire mouth including all teeth, jaws, and surrounding structures.

Parodontaalinen koettaminen ja taskumittaus

The clinical process of measuring gum pocket depths around each tooth to assess periodontal health.

Etähammashoito

Remote delivery of dental consultations and patient monitoring using digital communication technologies.

Hammashoitoaikojen peruutusten vähentäminen

Strategies and systems dental practices use to minimize patients failing to attend or canceling scheduled appointments.

Hammashoitokertomusten historia

The evolution of dental documentation from handwritten paper charts to modern electronic health records.

Hampaiden numerointijärjestelmät (FDI, Universal, Palmer)

Standardized systems used by dentists worldwide to identify and reference individual teeth by number or letter.

Potilasportaali

A secure online platform where patients can access their dental records and communicate with the practice.

Tekoäly hammaslääketieteessä

Machine learning algorithms that assist in dental diagnosis, treatment planning, and practice optimization.

Terveydenhuollon tietosuojalait (GDPR, HIPAA, PIPEDA)

Global regulations governing how healthcare providers, including dental practices, must protect patient data.

Tietoon perustuva suostumus hammaslääketieteessä

The process of informing patients about proposed treatments, risks, alternatives, and costs before obtaining their agreement.