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Splint
Splint
Connection of two or more teeth so they function as a stronger single structure.
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Split doctors
All doctors near Split, Croatia. Doctors who can assist a patient in Split.
Split Dose
Division of a prescribed daily dose of insulin into two or more injections given over the course of a day. Also may be referred to as multiple injections. Many people who use insulin feel that split doses offer more consistent control over blood glucose (sugar) levels.
Splitting
A mental mechanism in which the self or others are reviewed as all good or all bad, with failure to integrate the positive and negative qualities of self and others into cohesive images. Often the person alternately idealizes and devalues the same person.
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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.
Sleep apnea
The periodic interruption or delay in breathing during sleep.
Space maintainer
Dental device that holds the space lost through premature loss of baby teeth.
Splint
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.
SAARD
Slow-Acting Anti-Rheumatic Drug. (e.g. Gold injections for rheumatoid arthritis)
Sacroiliitis
Inflammation on the sacroiliac joints at the base of the spine. May cause low back or buttock pain. Occurs particularly in HLA B27-related conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis.
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