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Dental Glossary Terms Starting With N

Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy is a conservative approach to treat gum disease (periodontal disease) without surgical intervention. It typically involves thorough...

Night Guard

A night guard is a removable dental appliance that fits over the teeth to create a barrier between the upper...

Nerve Block (Dental)

A Nerve Block (Dental) is a form of local anaesthesia in which an anaesthetic drug is injected close to a...

Necrotic Pulp

Necrotic pulp is dental pulp tissue inside a tooth that has died, most commonly due to severe decay, trauma, or...

Nanohybrid Composite

Nanohybrid composite is a resin-based restorative material used to repair and restore teeth with tooth-coloured fillings. It combines very small...