What is an MO and an ML in dentistry work?!


Question: What is an MO and an ML in dentistry work?
I'm having some dental work done soon and was wondering what it means? Metal overlay? ??? Thank you!

Answers:

They are refering to the surfacs that need to be worked on. An MO is mesial and occlusal, and ML is mesial and ligual.

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This is shortened Latin terminology referring to the surfaces of the teeth. M stands for Mesial, which means toward the middle(of the front jaw.) O stands for Occlusal which is pertaining to the chewing surface of the tooth. L stands for Lingual which is relating to the surface of the tooth next to the tongue.
I found this video that visually explains the surfaces of the teeth for further reference.
http://www.ehow.com/video_4981720_what-s…

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