Category: O
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Orbital prosthesis
Artificial replacement of the contents of the human orbit to contain the globe.
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Oral sepsis
Infection of oral origin that causes systemic toxicity.
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Oral prophylaxis
Removal of plaque, calculus, and stains from exposed and unexposed surfaces of the teeth and/or dental implants by scaling and polishing as a preventive measure for the control of local irritational factors. The removal of bacterial plaque, calculus, and stains from surfaces of the teeth, primarily by scaling and root planing. It is a preventative…
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Oral orifice
The opening of the oral cavity through the face.
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Oral hygiene
The maintenance of oral cleanliness. Removal of microbial plaque with brushes, dental floss, and other devices, with the possible adjunctive use of antiplaque agents. Also known as oral physiotherapy and plaque control. The practice of personal hygiene of the mouth. It includes the maintenance of oral cleanliness, tissue tone, and general preservation of oral health.…
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Oral health‐related quality of life
Multidimensional concept assessing how orofacial concerns affect well‐being, including functional factors, psychological factors, social factors, and the experience of pain and/or discomfort.
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Oral health impact profile (OHIP)
Measurement of people’s perceptions of the social impact of oral disorders on their well‐being.
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Oral flora
The microbiota of the oral cavity.
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Oral epithelium
The epithelial lining of the oral mucosa which is a stratified squamous epithelium of varying degrees of keratinization.
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Oral
Pertaining to the oral cavity. Referring to the mouth. Referring to medication that is swallowed. Having to do with the mouth. An oral medication or solution is one that is given by mouth. An oral thermometer is one that is inserted into the mouth. The oral cavity refers to the mouth and its structures. An…