Reline

To resurface the side of the denture that is in contact with the soft tissues of the mouth to make it fit more securely.

Removable Appliance

Removable orthodontic appliances used to effect simple tipping movements of one tooth or several.

Removable Partial Denture

A removable partial denture, or removable bridge, is a prosthetic replacement of one or more missing teeth that can be removed by the patient.

Retainer

An orthodontic retainer is an appliance that stabilizes teeth following orthodontic treatment. A prosthodontic retainer is part of a fixed partial denture that attaches a pontic to the abutment tooth, implant abutment, or implant.

Root

The portion of the tooth that is covered by cementum and located in the socket.

Root Canal

The portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth; the chamber within the root of the tooth that contains the pulp.

Root Canal Therapy

The treatment of disease and injuries of the pulp and associated periradicular conditions.

Root Planing

A procedure designed to remove microbial flora, bacterial toxins, calculus, and diseased cementum or dentin on the root surfaces and in the pocket.