Category: A

The reduction in intensity of radiation as a result of scattering and absorption of radiation.  

Design of a particular type of retentive mechanism employing compatible matrix and patrix corresponding components. Matrix refers to the receptacle component of the attachment system, and patrix refers to the portion that has a frictional fit and engages the matrix. Corresponding components are passive once engaged and offer resistance to displacement either through a direct…

A step in the prosthodontic treatment whereby a decision is made regarding the type of attachment to be used in the prosthesis based on implant angulation, interarch space, soft tissue (mucosal) height, and amount of retention needed.  

A step in the prosthodontic treatment whereby a decision is made regarding the type of attachment to be used in the prosthesis based on implant angulation, interarch space, soft tissue (mucosal) height, and amount of retention needed.  

Any component used to secure a fixed dental prosthesis to the dental implant abutment(s), an element directly relating to the specific prosthetic component to which it attaches. Typically, the prosthetic component is seated, and the attachment screw is threaded through the prosthetic component into another component in the implant system, such as the implant. It…

Use of a mechanical device for the retention of a prosthesis to an abutment or transmucosal portion of a one-part implant.  

The union of connective tissue or epithelium with a root surface that has been deprived of its original attachment apparatus. This new attachment may be epithelial adhesion and/or connective adaptation or attachment and may include new cementum.  

When a clinician is performing periodontal diagnostic probing, it is the distance measured between the end of the periodontal probe and a set reference point on the tooth of interest or a stent. The measurement is an indicator of the health of the supporting soft tissue attachment. The health of the attachment apparatus can affect…

When a clinician is performing a periodontal diagnostic probing, it is the distance measured from the end of a periodontal probe to the cementoenamel junction of the tooth being examined. The measurement is an indicator of the health of the supporting soft tissue attachment apparatus. The health of the attachment apparatus can affect the measurement.…

Relative distance from a fixed reference point on a tooth or dental implant to the tip of the periodontal probe during soft tissue diagnostic probing. Health of the attachment apparatus can affect the measurement.