T | Dental Dictionary

• tartar - commonly used term for dental calculus, hard, rough deposit on teeth that attracts plaque
• temporomandibular joint disorder/dysfunction (TMD) - condition involving pain and tension in the jaw and facial area, may include restricted movement
• temporomandibular joint (TMJ) - connecting hinge between the lower jaw (mandible) and the base of the skull
• treatment plan - set of procedures agreed upon by doctor and patient to address oral health concerns
• trench mouth - gum disease involving severe mouth ulcers, loss of tissue, and halitosis