A cavity was a dental term for an occlusion indicative of decay on a tooth usually caused by specific carbohydrates (saccharides) or bacteria.
Despite having her teeth sealed with a trifluorinate compound in 2128, Sub-Commander T'Pol was diagnosed with a cavity by Dr. Phlox in 2151. (ENT: "Dear Doctor")
Teeth |
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Teeth and related anatomy: Anterior tricuspid • Eye tooth • Fang • Gums • Incisor • Jaw • Molar • Palate • Tongue • Tusk |
Medical conditions: Bite mark (Bite radius) • Cavity • Eruption • Teeth grinding • |
Medical procedures: Tooth extraction |
Occupations: Dentist • Hygienist • Orthodontist |
People: Tooth Fairy |
Products: False teeth • Skagaran whiskey • Teething ring • Toothbrush • Toothpaste • Mars Toothpaste • Tooth sharpener • Trifluorinate compound |
Organizations: Starfleet Dental |
Other: Dragon's teeth • Sweet tooth |