Oral Care Glossary
Dental Speak, Defined.
Dentists and Hygienist have a language all their own. This guide breaks down the professional terminology into everyday language.
Cleft Palate
Structures of the palate have not properly closed, leaving an opening in the roof of the mouth. This can be inherited from one or both parents or caused by environmental issues during pregnancy, such as smoking, alcohol or drug use, consumption of prescription medications, virus exposure or nutritional deficiency.
