Abscess: Acute or chronic, localized inflammation, with a collection of pus, associated with tissue destruction and frequent swelling usually secondary to infection. Periapical abscess: Acute or chronic inflammation and pus formation at the end of a tooth root in the alveolar bone, secondary to infection. Apicoectomy: Amputation of the apex of a tooth Apex: the […]
Archives for July 2020
Background and History of CPT Codes
The American Medical Association (AMA) created and published CPT codes in 1966. The first edition was used as a standard of terms and descriptors of documentation for procedures in a patient’s medical record or chart. This system was comprised of a four-digit coding system. The standard of set codes and descriptors helped communicate accurate information […]
Common Clinical Dental Terms
There are several dental terms you need to be familiar with when working in a dental office. Dental Coding and Billing is one of the most demanding professions in terms of knowledge and skills required. If you are not familiar with commonly used terms and language in a dental office you may find yourself lost […]
Glossary of Dental Terms
abscess : an infection of a tooth, soft tissue, or bone. abutment: tooth or teeth on either side of a missing tooth that support a fixed bridge or removable partial; also refers to a piece of metal or porcelain that is screwed on to an implant to allow a crown to be glued on. acrylic […]
Why is Dental Billing and Coding Certification Important?
Certification is in increasing demand in the dental industry. More and more employers are looking at certification to assess whether an individual possesses the skills and knowledge required for successful performance in a particular job role. Employers want to hire the best qualified individual who will make a positive contribution to quality patient care. By […]
