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At Cornerstone Dentistry, we understand that dental jargon can be confusing, leaving patients feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about their oral health. That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive dental glossary tailored just for you. Our commitment to patient care goes beyond your dental chair experience; we want you to be well-informed and empowered when it comes to your oral health.

With our user-friendly glossary, you can easily access explanations of dental terms, procedures, and treatments, helping you make informed decisions about your dental care. Take charge of your oral health with Cornerstone Dentistry’s Dental Glossary. Explore it today!

Dental Terms That Start With I

Here are 9 common dental terms that start with the letter I, explained in plain English by the team at Cornerstone Dentistry in Anderson.

1. Impacted Tooth: A tooth that can’t fully come in, often a wisdom tooth. See wisdom teeth removal.
2. Implant: See Dental Implant; learn more about dental implants.
3. Impression: A mold or digital scan of your teeth used to make crowns, dentures, aligners or guards.
4. Incisor: The four front teeth in each jaw, used for biting.
5. Inlay: A custom filling made outside the mouth and bonded inside a tooth. See inlays and onlays.
6. Interdental: Between the teeth.
7. Interproximal: The surfaces where neighboring teeth touch.
8. Intrinsic Stain: Discoloration inside the tooth, from injury, medications or too much fluoride, that surface cleaning can’t remove.
9. Irrigation: Rinsing an area, such as a gum pocket or root canal, with liquid to clean it.

Have a question about a term you don’t see here? Ask us at your next visit.