This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Dental & Optometry has 15 clues. Answers range from 7 to 20 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Inside the mouth
Outside of the mouth
Point where proximal wall touches adjacent tooth
Between the teeth
Triangular shaped space interproximally
Fits in palatal area. Inhibits tongue or finger sucking. May have prongs
Also called Palatal Separator
Reserves the space for permanent dentition due to the premature loss of a primary tooth. Can be fixed or removable.
Appliance used to open the bite or expand the lower arch in Class II occlusion problems. Used to correct an overbite.
Thin wire or small round elastics placed around bracket prongs to hold archwire.
Secure the archwire to the molar bands, and place of attachment for headgear.
Is not removable by the patient -- cemented in place
Holds and guides archwire. May be attached to band or directly to tooth.
A metal ring cemented around tooth for support of the archwire or special attachments like headgear tubes. Is fitted to each tooth individually.
Rubber appliance used for minor tooth movement. Some will use it after orthodontic treatment , also effective in maintaining a proper occlusion. Worn while sleeping and for a few waking hours.