Glossary of Dental Terms S-Z (Scaling-Subscriber)

Scaling - removal of plaque, calculus, and stain from teeth.

Sealant - a thin plastic material used to cover the biting surface of a child's tooth to prevent tooth decay.

Subscriber - the person, usually the employee, who represents the family unit in relation to the dental benefit program (also known as: primary subscriber, enrollee, insured, covered person, beneficiary).