malocclusion – improper alignment of upper and lower jaw or teeth
mandible – lower jaw
mandibular canal – space within the mandible which holds the blood vessels and nerves for the lower jaw and teeth
mastication – chewing, generally of food
maxilla – upper jaw
maxillary sinus – open cavity inside the maxilla
molar – rearmost teeth, cusped, used for grinding food
mouthguard – appliance used to protect the mouth and teeth during rigorous activity, such as sports
3261 Harrison Rd.
Columbia, SC 29204
(We are easy to find in Forest Acres at the corner of Harrison Rd. and Budon Ct., near the Zesto’s on Forest Drive.)
Providing Dental Care
For Many Communities Including:
Forest Acres, Fort Jackson, Arcadia Lakes, Lake Katherine, Heathwood, Shandon, Rosewood, Downtown Columbia, Earlewood, Cottontown and the University of South Carolina
Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: Closed
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