Sutures (Dental)
Sutures (dental) are threads used by dentists and oral surgeons to bring soft tissues together after procedures such as tooth...
Sterilization (Dental)
Sterilization (Dental) describes the procedures used to remove or destroy all forms of microbial life on dental instruments, equipment and...
Soft Tissue Graft
A soft tissue graft is a periodontal surgical procedure that transplants or augments gum tissue to cover exposed tooth roots...
Socket Preservation
Socket preservation is a surgical procedure performed at the time of, or shortly after, tooth extraction to reduce the amount...
Smile Design
Smile Design is a tailored, multidisciplinary approach to improving the appearance and function of a patient’s smile. It combines clinical...
Sinus Lift
A sinus lift is a surgical technique used to increase bone volume in the upper back jaw (the maxilla) by...
Sealant
A sealant is a thin, protective coating, usually made from a tooth-coloured resin, that is applied to the pits and...
Scalpel (Dental Use)
A dental scalpel is a handheld surgical instrument with a fine, replaceable blade designed to make precise cuts in soft...
Scaling
Scaling is a routine dental treatment aimed at removing dental plaque, calculus (tartar) and bacterial biofilm from the surfaces of...
