What DL And DO means in dental terminology?

Question

I went to a dentist and he gave me a quote for the following. I dont know what they mean but I can just see the prices. In layman's term please. Thanks

RCT

DL

DO

MO

UL

LL

PFM

Thanks!

Because I want to see what's the best insurance I can get

Answer 1

RCT= root canal treatment

The next three describe tooth surfaces, so they are most likely talking about fillings.

DL=distal lingual (back side and tongue side of tooth)

DO=distal occlusal (back side and biting surface of tooth)

MO=mesial occlusal (front side and biting surface of tooth)

UL=Upper left

LL=Lower left

PFM=porcelain fused to metal (metal crown with tooth colored porcelain over the top to look natural)

Best insurances will cover a lot on cleanings (prophylaxis) or anything preventative and have a smaller deductible.

Answer 2

RCT - root canal therapy

DL - distolingual

DO - distal occlusal

MO - mesio occlusal

UL - upper lid

LL - lower lid

PFM - porcelain fused to metal