Chicago Dental Dream Team Multispecialty Dental Office 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 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
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Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: By appointment only
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