Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Etching
The act or process of selective dissolution. In dentistry, the selective dissolution of the surface of tooth enamel, metal, or porcelain through the use of acids or other agents (etchants) to create a retentive surface. Application of a corrosive or abrasive material to a glass or metal surface to create a pattern or design.
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Etchant
An agent that is capable of etching a surface.
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Etch
To produce a retentive surface, especially on glass or metal, by the corrosive action of an acid. To subject to such etching. To delineate or impress clearly.
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Estrogen
A generic term for naturally occurring steroid hormones containing an estrane nucleus (estrone, estradiol, estriol, etc.); secreted from the testis, ovary, and placenta; stimulates protein anabolic actions and exerts a positive effect on nitrogen balance; regulates the growth and maintenance of female accessory sex organs and secondary sex characteristics; implicated in hormonal, pubertal, and menopausal…
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Esthetics
The branch of philosophy dealing with beauty. In dentistry, the theory and philosophy that deals with beauty and the beautiful, especially with respect to the appearance of a dental restoration, as achieved through its form and/or color. Those subjective and objective elements and principles underlying the beauty and attractiveness of an object, design, or principle.…
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Esthetic zone
Any dentoalveolar segment visible upon full smile. The relationship of the three components involved in the smile (i.e., gingiva, lips, teeth) determines whether a particular smile will be classified as (a) an extremely high smile line; (b) a high smile line; (c) a moderate smile line; (d) a low smile line.
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Esthetic reshaping
Physical modification of biological surfaces, such as the teeth or face, to enhance beauty or to improve appearance.
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Esthetic complication
Complication caused by the malposition of an implant in either the mesiodistal, coronal‐apical, or orofacial direction, or by the lack of peri‐implant bone or soft tissues. Such complications can be a major concern for clinicians, since removal of the implant may be required.
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Esthetic
Descriptive of a specific creation that results from such study; objectifies beauty and attractiveness, and elicits pleasure. Pertaining to sensation; variant spelling of aesthetic.
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Eschar
A scab or slough caused by a burn, by cauterization, or through application of a corrosive substance. A slough or piece of dead tissue that is cast off from the surface of the skin. The dead slough covering a severe burn wound. Scab or crust that forms on the skin after a bum. Thick scar…
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