Match the items with the correct description below.
-A fixed or removable appliance used to prevent adjacent teeth from drifting into the space created when a tooth is lost

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A space maintainer is specifically designed to prevent adjacent teeth from shifting into the space left by a missing tooth.

Answer: A
 A mouth guard is a protective device worn to prevent injury during sports or to alleviate symptoms of bruxism (teeth grinding).

Answer: D
 Orthodontic tooth aligners (such as Invisalign) are clear plastic retainers that gradually shift teeth into proper alignment.

Answer: B
 Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep, and is typically treated with a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine or other devices. None of the choices listed are relevant for this description.

Match the Items with the Correct Description Below