What does PT mean in Dentistry?
Pt, pt – Patient.
Do In dental terms?
Disto-occlusal (DO) Usually refers to dental caries or a restoration located at the distal and extending onto the occlusal or chewing surface.
What is RL in dentistry?
An RL is a hole in the tooth. Cavities result in the exposure of the sensitive nerve pulp of the tooth, and in their advanced stages, cavities are very painful. RL’s also result in painful pulp exposure. Cavities also lead to infected and abscessed teeth. RL’s also lead to infected teeth.
What does NV mean in dentistry?
T/NV Non-vital tooth.
What does Mo mean in dentistry?
MO. Abbreviation for ‘Mesial Occlusal’, a filling that goes across the top and front of a tooth.
What is MO dentist?
This photo shows teeth #2-5 (Universal numbering system). Tooth #3, the upper right first molar, has an MO (mesial-occlusal) gold inlay. This molar is both posterior, as well as distal, to the premolars in front of it.
What are some common dental abbreviations?
List of Commonly Used Dental Abbreviations 1 abs – abscess 2 A.D.A. – American Dental Association 3 ADL/ADLs – area dental laboratory, area dental laboratories 4 am or amal – amalgam 5 ant – anterior 6 B – buccal 7 B/U – build-up 8 BWX – bitewings 9 clm – claim 10 comp – composite
Why has the ADA compiled a list of dental abbreviations and symbols?
With this in mind, and in an effort to spread uniformity for authors, educators, practitioners, oral health care students and others who need to know dental-related abbreviations, symbols and acronyms, the ADA has compiled a list, reflecting common current usage.
When should abbreviations not be used in the dental office?
Consider including a copy of the list of abbreviations used in your office along with any distributed copies of dental records. If there is any doubt about the understanding of an abbreviation, symbol or acronym, it should not be used.
Where can I find the glossary of dental terms?
Consult with your legal counsel, professional liability insurers or risk management representatives for specific advice. The ADA has also cataloged many terms used daily by dentists and their staff in the Glossary of Dental Clinical and Administrative Terms. If you are not an ADA member, you can purchase this whitepaper in the ADA Catalog.