9th November 2015

I. Vocabulary

Your teeth are composed of four dental tissues. Three of them—enamel, dentin and cementum—are hard
tissues. The fourth tissue—pulp, or the center of the tooth that contains nerves, blood vessels and
connective tissue—is a soft, or non-calcified, tissue.

The Anatomy of a Tooth

Fill in the gaps with the correct tooth part

 …………………….Hard calcified tissue covering the dentin in the crown of tooth. Because it
contains no living cells, tooth enamel cannot repair damage from decay or from wear. Only a dentist
can correct these conditions.
 ……………………….The visible part of your tooth. It is normally covered by enamel.
 ………………………Soft tissues that cover and protect the roots of your teeth and cover teeth that
have not yet erupted.
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 ………………………..The space occupied by the pulp—the soft tissue at the center of your teeth
containing nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue.
 ………………………The area where the crown joins the root.
 ………………………..That part of the tooth that is beneath enamel and cementum. It contains
microscopic tubules (small hollow tubes or canals). When dentin loses its protective covering
(enamel), the tubules allow heat and cold or acidic or sticky foods to stimulate the nerves and cells
inside the tooth, causing sensitivity.
 …………………………The part of the jaw that surrounds the roots of the teeth.
 ……………………….The portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth; the chamber within the
root of the tooth that contains the pulp.
 ………………………Hard connective tissue covering the tooth root, giving attachment to the
periodontal ligament.
 ………………………… A system of collagenous connective tissue fibers that connect the root of a
tooth to its socket.

Teeth conditions- Fill in the gaps with the tooth conditions, corresponding to each definition.
Choose from the list: teeth grinding, gingivitis, tooth sensitivity, tooth decay, periodontitis, cavities,
plaque, overbite, tartar, underbite.

 ..................................Bacteria evade removal by brushing and saliva and damage the enamel and deeper
structures of teeth. Most cavities occur in molars and premolars.
 ...............................A general name for disease of the teeth, including cavities and periodontitis.
 ……………………..Inflammation of the deeper structures of the teeth (periodontal ligament, jawbone, and
cementum). Poor oral hygiene is usually to blame.
 …………………….Inflammation of the surface portion of the gums, around and between the crowns of the
teeth. Plaque and tartar build-up can lead to gingivitis.
 ……………………A sticky, colourless film made of bacteria and the substances they secrete. Plaque
develops quickly on teeth after eating sugary food, but can be easily brushed off.
 ……………………If plaque is not removed, it mixes with minerals to become tartar, a harder substance. It
requires professional cleaning for removal.
 ……………………The upper teeth protrude significantly over the lower teeth.
 ……………………The lower teeth protrude significantly past the upper teeth.
 ………………………Stress, anxiety or sleep disorders can cause teeth grinding, usually during sleep. A
dull headache or sore jaw are possible symptoms.
 ……………………When one or more teeth become sensitive to hot or cold, it may mean the dentine is
exposed.

II. Speaking and Writing

Fill in the missing gaps of the cover letter (one word only for each gap) and then write a cover letter of your
own (180-200 words).
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Derrick Gale
551 Avalon Blvd
Pasadena, CA 76110
December 25, 2014
Mr. Martin Jade
HR Manager
PERFECT DENTAL CARE
780 Preston Ave
Pasadena, CA 76110

Dear Mr. Jade:

More than ever, successful dental……………. centers require the services of proven performers,
skilled in dental lab …………….. with ability to deliver effective products. My record as a dental lab
technician ……………. for itself:

✔ Reduced costs of dentures and artificial implants up-till 30% by utilizing recycled acrylic
material in combination with conventional plaster without compromising the…………………… of
end product.

✔ Designed a 3-tooth bridge design to be………………… directly into the jawbone which proved
to be a big success and the………………….. was highly commended by senior fellows at the
American Dental Association.

✔ Restructured the wax molding procedure, bringing it in line with modern lab research based
mold pouring methods that ensured 98% removal of……………..bubbles in the model.

I am confident that I can deliver similar ………………. for PERFECT DENTAL CARE CENTRE
adding to your company’s outstanding ……………………… for quality products and satisfying
customers. I am a dental …………………… technician who is dedicated to dental lab research
and always searching for ways to implement most……………………. technology at my work
place. I am strongly focused…………. delivering the best possible …………………. products to
customers based on the specifications given by …………………… in the lowest possible costs
while maintaining all standards of ……………….. hygiene strictly.

I would like to explore the opportunity further in a meeting. Please find enclosed my resume and
should you need any further……………….do not hesitate to contact me. Kindly call me at the
above number to ………………….. a date and time to suit the purpose.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

……………………………sincerely,

Derrick Gale

(005) 222-5555