NSAID:
Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, often used as a dental analgesic.

NERVE:
Tissue that conveys sensation, temperature, position information to the brain.

NERVE (ROOT) CANAL:
Dental pulp; the internal chamber of a tooth.

NIGHT GUARD:
Acrylic appliance used to prevent wear and temporomandibular damage caused by grinding or gnashing of the teeth during sleep.

NITROUS OXIDE:
A gas used to reduce patient anxiety.

NOVOCAIN:
Older brand name for a local anesthetic, currently replaced by safer, more effective agents.

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