PREVENTIVE at Dentist Dictionary
What is PREVENTIVE? Procedure performed to prevent decay and gum disease. The procedures that Trojan classifies as preventive are the exam, x-rays and prophys. The exam and x-rays are also known as diagnostic procedures.Dental Definition Added By: Kayla
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