[That branch of dentistry pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral functions, comfort, appearance and health of the patient by the restoration of natural teeth and/or the replacement of missing teeth and contiguous oral and maxillofacial tissues with artificial substitutes.Source: Council on Dental Education and Licensure, American Dental Association ( HL7V3.0 )]
UMLS (HL7) C1555936Prosthodontics
- Health Care Related Organization
Relation/PAR: Dental Service Providers; Dentist
Dentist
Relation/CHD: Dietary & Nutritional Service Providers; Dietary Manager; Dietary Management