Dentist in Magnolia
6519 FM 1488, Suite 505
Magnolia, TX 77354
832-521-8448
palate – hard and soft tissues that form the roof of the mouth, separating the oral and nasal cavities
palatal expander – orthodontic device used to widen the upper jaw
palliative treatment – treatment for the purpose of pain relief only
panoramic radiograph (x-ray) – radiograph that includes the full upper and lower teeth and jaws as a single flattened image, used for diagnostic purposes
partial denture – prosthetic device that is used to replace one or more missing teeth, but not the full upper or lower set, may be fixed or removable, also known as a bridge
pediatric dentist – dental specialist focusing on the dental treatment of infants, children, and adolescents
pediatric dentistry – dental specialty that focuses on preventive care and treatment for infants, children, and adolescents, includes care for special needs patients
periapical (PA) – area at the end of a tooth root
pericoronal – area around the crown of a tooth
peri-implantitis – inflammation of the tissue surrounding a dental implant
periodontal – refers to the tissues that surround and support the teeth
periodontal disease – includes gingivitis and periodontitis, inflammation of the periodontal tissues, may include the development of periodontal pockets, bone loss, and tooth loss, can be treated but not cured
periodontal surgery – surgery to treat diseased gum tissue in the mouth
periodontal pocket – a feature of periodontal disease, pocket-like deformity in the gums at the toothline
periodontics – dental specialty focusing on placement of dental implants and the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases that affect the tissues that surround and support the teeth
periodontist – dental specialist who focuses on placement of dental implants and the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases that affect the tissues that surround and support the teeth
periodontitis – inflammation of the periodontal tissues, may include the development of periodontal pockets, bone loss, and tooth loss, can be treated but not cured
permanent teeth – the second and final set of teeth, also known as adult teeth, usually 32 in total
plaque – soft, sticky substance that can accumulate on teeth, generally made up of food debris and bacteria
pontic – prosthetic tooth, part of a partial denture/bridge
post – thin rod that may be inserted into tooth root following root canal treatment, provides support for the tooth structure
preventive dentistry – aspect of dentistry that focuses on promotion of good oral hygiene habits to protect oral health and reduce or prevent development of oral health issues
prophylaxis – professional cleaning to remove plaque, calculus, surface stains from tooth structures, helps to prevent tooth decay and periodontal disease
prosthodontics – dental specialty focusing on the use of prosthetic tooth replacement and restoration of natural teeth
prosthodontist – dental specialist focusing on the use of prosthetic tooth replacement and restoration of natural teeth
pulp – connective tissue inside the tooth, contains nerves and blood vessels
pulp cap – medicated covering placed over small exposed area of pulp to aid in healing
pulpectomy – complete removal of tooth pulp
pulpitis – inflammation of pulp tissue, common cause of toothaches
pulpotomy – removal of diseased portion of pulp, leaving healthy pulp tissue intact
Why Choose Us?
Exceptional customer service. They made me feel welcomed. And they were very professional and caring of my needs. They're highly reffed in my book!
— Kanna H.
I was able to get in quickly. The staff was friendly, kind, and caring which put me at ease and made my visit comfortable (which is unusual for me because I hate going to the dentist). Gentle care would highly recommend!
— Ronna H.
Dr Chung is amazing and very personable. We have been going to his office for many years. He is always very fair and honest. I have sent at least 8 people to him because of these traits including my extended family and several co-workers.
— Sheila D.
The staff was very friendly and the procedure I had was virtually painless. I have been going to the same dentist for almost 20 years but I had such a good experience with Serenity Dental that I think I will be going to them for now on.
— Kevin M.
Excellence is what is normal at this office… Special commendation for taking care of accurate and timely dental records, billing and insurance paperwork.
— Chopin K.
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