Dental Sealant
A dental sealant is a protective resin coating applied to molar chewing surfaces to prevent cavities. Learn how sealants work and who benefits most.
Category: Dental Procedures
Dental procedures span everything from a five-minute bite adjustment to multi-appointment surgical reconstructions. This section of the Rebrief Dental Glossary defines the procedures patients encounter and clinicians perform — restorative, surgical, periodontal, endodontic, and prosthodontic. Restorative entries cover cavity preparation, composite filling, composite veneers, and the indirect restorations (inlays, onlays, crowns) that follow when caries extends beyond what direct fillings handle. Surgical entries include alveoloplasty, apicoectomy, abscess drainage, bone grafting, bone augmentation, computer-guided surgery, and connective tissue grafting for soft-tissue augmentation. We also cover the procedural workflows around occlusion (bite adjustment, bite splint therapy) and the periodontal interventions that maintain the supporting structures defined elsewhere in the glossary. Each procedure entry explains the indication (why it’s done), a brief overview of the technique, and the materials and equipment involved — with cross-links to anatomy entries (so you can see what’s being treated) and to dental-equipment terms (so you can see what’s being used). The goal is a fast, accurate reference for chair-side terminology, treatment-plan language, and patient explanations. Use the search across the full glossary, or scroll the alphabetical list below to browse this category.
Dental Deep Cleaning
Dental deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) removes plaque and tartar below the gumline to treat periodontal disease and protect long-term oral health.
Dental Prosthesis
A dental prosthesis replaces missing teeth and restores oral function. Explore types, materials, and why timely treatment protects long-term oral health.
Dental Filling
A dental filling repairs decayed or damaged teeth with durable restorative material, protecting the pulp and preserving natural tooth structure. Learn types and what to expect.
Dental Crown
A dental crown is a custom cap that restores a damaged tooth’s shape, strength, and function. Learn when crowns are needed, types, and what to expect.
Crown Recementation
Crown recementation re-attaches a loose or fallen dental crown using dental cement. Learn why crowns fail and what the clinical procedure involves.
Dental Cleaning
A dental cleaning removes plaque, tartar, and surface stains to protect your teeth and gums. Learn what to expect, how often to go, and why it matters.
Cosmetic Bonding
Cosmetic bonding uses tooth-colored composite resin to repair chips, close gaps, and reshape teeth — often completed in one visit with minimal enamel removal.
Core Buildup
A core buildup reconstructs lost tooth structure before crown placement, ensuring long-term stability after decay, fracture, or root canal treatment.
Connective Tissue Graft
A connective tissue graft repairs gingival recession by transplanting palatal tissue to restore root coverage, volume, and keratinized gingiva.