Glossary

Category: T

  • Two‐piece abutment

    An abutment that connects to a dental implant with the use of an abutment screw.  

  • Two‐part implant

    A dental implant in which the endosseous and transmucosal portions combine to present a joint surface to the tissues (i.e., implant‐abutment junction).  

  • Twist drill

    A rotary cutting instrument with several grooves in its body used to create or widen an osteotomy.  

  • Turnover

    Rate at which biomolecules or cells are lost and/or regenerated through cell division. This pastry dish is made by taking a circle or square of dough and topping it with a spoonful of filling, which can be comprised of meat, fruit, or jam. The dough is then folded over onto itself, creating a small, pocket-sized…

  • Turned implant surface

    The surface texture of an implant as generated by milling machines used in manufacturing of the final implant shape. The surface is not altered subsequent to the machining process. Called also machined implant surface. Compare: Turned surface.  

  • Turgid

    Swollen and distended or in a state of congestion. Swollen throughout. Swollen with blood. Swollen, hard, or full, usually as the result of fluid accumulation. Inflated, congested, expanded.  

  • Tunnel preparation

    A surgical procedure implemented on a multirooted tooth (usually mandibular molar) that results in a totally opened furcation. The procedure is performed to allow easier and complete access to the area between the roots for the purpose of oral hygiene and improved tissue health.  

  • Tunnel dissection

    A surgical procedure in which the periosteum is dissected from bone through a small opening made by an incision; access to the desired bone site is through a tunnel‐like opening under the soft tissue.  

  • Tumefaction

    A swelling; the state of being swollen or the act of swelling. Swelling within body tissue, usually caused a buildup of blood or water. Process by which a tissue becomes swollen by accumulation of fluid within it. The process in which a tissue becomes swollen and tense by accumulation within it of fluid under pressure.…

  • Tuberosity reduction

    The surgical excision of fibrous or bony tissue of the maxillary tuberosity. May be included as part of a distal wedge or osseous resective surgery.