biteplate
Orthodontic mouth guard
A biteplate is a removable dental appliance worn over the teeth, typically to correct bite alignment, prevent teeth grinding, or protect teeth during orthodontic treatment.
It fits against the roof of the mouth or along the dental arch: The orthodontist adjusted her biteplate.
Also called a bite plate.
Upfront professional fee
- alignerTool that straightens
- bracesDental alignment devices
- expanderSomething that widens
- appliancePowered household device
Invisalign · malocclusion · overbite · underbite · crossbite · crowding · straightening · orthodontist
Watchful defensive attention
- cushioningSoftening force or fall
- shieldHandheld defensive armor
- enamelHard glossy coating
- grindingMolar action sometimes
clenching · bruxism · nightguard · TMJ · jaw · sports · impact · mouthpiece
Proper or healthy
- softnessYielding to gentle pressure
- cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
- adaptationFitting to new conditions
- wearingHaving clothing on
soreness · pressure · acclimation · tolerance · ease · snugness · custom · molded
Removing dirt and mess
- rinseWash without scrubbing
- sanitizingEliminating harmful microorganisms
- disinfectingKilling bacteria and viruses
- soakingCompletely saturated with liquid
brushing · bacteria · plaque · storage case · maintenance · care · sterilization · freshness
retainer
Upfront professional fee
appliance · Invisalign · malocclusion · overbite · underbite · crossbite · crowding · straightening · orthodontist · palate
guard
Watchful defensive attention
- cushioningSoftening force or fall
- shieldHandheld defensive armor
- enamelHard glossy coating
grinding · clenching · bruxism · nightguard · TMJ · jaw · sports · impact · mouthpiece · dental trauma
fit
Proper or healthy
- softnessYielding to gentle pressure
- cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
- adaptationFitting to new conditions
wearing · soreness · pressure · acclimation · tolerance · ease · snugness · custom · molded
cleaning
Removing dirt and mess
- rinseWash without scrubbing
- sanitizingEliminating harmful microorganisms
- disinfectingKilling bacteria and viruses
soaking · brushing · bacteria · plaque · storage case · maintenance · care · sterilization · freshness
biteplateteeth whitening
Lightening stained enamel
cosmetic dentistry · veneer · dental veneer · dental veneers · dental crown
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