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Sleep apnea
Sleep apnea The periodic interruption or delay in breathing during sleep.
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Breathing
The process of respiration, during which air is inhaled into the lungs through the mouth or nose due to muscle contraction, and then exhaled due to muscle relaxation.
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Sleep disorders
Any of the problems that disturb regular sleep, including night terrors, sleep apnea, or trouble going to sleep.
Sleep terror disorder
One of the parasomnias, characterized by panic and confusion when abruptly awakening from sleep. This usually begins with a scream and is accompanied by intense anxiety. The person is often confused and disoriented after awakening. No detailed dream is recalled, and there is amnesia for the episode. Sleep terrors typically occur during the first third of the major sleep episode.
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Salivary glands
Located under tongue and in cheeks, produce saliva.
Scaling and root planing
Meticulous removal of plaque and calculus from tooth surfaces.
Sealants
Thin resin material bonded in the pits and fissures of back teeth for the prevention of decay.
Secondary dentin
Reparative tooth structure produced by the pulp in response to tooth irritation.
Sequstrum
Loosened spicule of bone pushed to the surface.
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Space maintainer
Dental device that holds the space lost through premature loss of baby teeth.
Splint
Connection of two or more teeth so they function as a stronger single structure.
Supernumerary tooth
Extra tooth.
Suppuration
Bacterial contamination of tissue exudate; pus.
Sociopath (APD)
Sociopath also known as Antisocial personality disorder (APD) involves a history of chronic antisocial behavior that begins before the age of 15 and continues into adulthood. The disorder is manifested by a pattern of irresponsible and antisocial behavior as indicated by academic failure, poor job performance, illegal activities, recklessness, and impulsive behavior. Symptoms may include dysphoria, an inability to tolerate boredom, feeling victimized, and a diminished capacity for intimacy.
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