cdt.owl
type: Ontology
contributor: Bill Duncan
creator: American Dental Association; see www.ada.org/dentalcode
contributor: Alan Ruttenberg

cdt label
type: AnnotationProperty
comment: This annotation is used for the labels of the CDT codes provided by the American Dental Association.
sub property of: IAO_0000118

editor note
type: AnnotationProperty

billing code D2140: amalgam - one surface, primary or permanent
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for amalgam restorations (including polishing)
cdt label: amalgam - one surface, primary or permanent

billing code D2150: amalgam - two surfaces, primary or permanent
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for amalgam restorations (including polishing)
cdt label: amalgam - two surfaces, primary or permanent

billing code D2160: amalgam - three surfaces, primary or permanent
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for amalgam restorations (including polishing)
cdt label: amalgam - three surfaces, primary or permanent

billing code D2161: amalgam - four or more surfaces, primary or permanent
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for amalgam restorations (including polishing)
cdt label: amalgam - four or more surfaces, primary or permanent

billing code D2330: resin-based composite - one surface, anterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - one surface, anterior

billing code D2331: resin-based composite - two surfaces, anterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - two surfaces, anterior

billing code D2332: resin-based composite - three surfaces, anterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - three surfaces, anterior

billing code D2335: resin-based composite - four or more surfaces or involving incisal angle (anterior)
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - four or more surfaces or involving incisal angle (anterior)
editor note: Incisal angle to be defined as one of the angles formed by the junction of the incisal and the mesial or distal surface of an anterior tooth. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2390: resin-based composite crown, anterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
editor note: Full resin-based composite coverage of tooth. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: resin-based composite crown, anterior

billing code D2391: resin-based composite - one surface, posterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
editor note: Used to restore a carious lesion into the dentin or a deeply eroded area into the dentin. Not a preventive procedure. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: resin-based composite - one surface, posterior

billing code D2392: resin-based composite - two surfaces, posterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - two surfaces, posterior

billing code D2393: resin-based composite - three surfaces, posterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - three surfaces, posterior

billing code D2394: resin-based composite - four or more surfaces, posterior
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
cdt label: resin-based composite - four or more surfaces, posterior

billing code D2410: gold foil - one surface
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for gold foil restorations
cdt label: gold foil - one surface

billing code D2420: gold foil - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for gold foil restorations
cdt label: gold foil - two surfaces

billing code D2430: gold foil - three surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for gold foil restorations
cdt label: gold foil - three surfaces

billing code D2510: inlay - metallic - one surface
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
cdt label: inlay - metallic - one surface

billing code D2520: inlay - metallic - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
cdt label: inlay - metallic - two surfaces

billing code D2530: inlay - metallic - three or more surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
cdt label: inlay - metallic - three or more surfaces

billing code D2542: onlay - metallic - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
cdt label: onlay - metallic - two surfaces

billing code D2543: onlay - metallic - three surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
cdt label: onlay - metallic - three surfaces

billing code D2544: onlay - metallic - four or more surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
cdt label: onlay - metallic - four or more surfaces

billing code D2610: inlay - porcelain/ceramic - one surface
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
cdt label: inlay - porcelain/ceramic - one surface

billing code D2620: inlay - porcelain/ceramic - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
cdt label: inlay - porcelain/ceramic - two surfaces

billing code D2630: inlay - porcelain/ceramic - three or more surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
cdt label: inlay - porcelain/ceramic - three or more surfaces

billing code D2642: onlay - porcelain/ceramic - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
cdt label: onlay - porcelain/ceramic - two surfaces

billing code D2643: onlay - porcelain/ceramic - three surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
cdt label: onlay - porcelain/ceramic - three surfaces

billing code D2644: onlay - porcelain/ceramic - four or more surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
cdt label: onlay - porcelain/ceramic - four or more surfaces

billing code D2650: inlay - resin-based composite - one surface
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
cdt label: inlay - resin-based composite - one surface

billing code D2651: inlay - resin-based composite - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
cdt label: inlay - resin-based composite - two surfaces

billing code D2652: inlay - resin-based composite - three or more surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
cdt label: inlay - resin-based composite - three or more surfaces

billing code D2662: onlay - resin-based composite - two surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
cdt label: onlay - resin-based composite - two surfaces

billing code D2663: onlay - resin-based composite - three surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
cdt label: onlay - resin-based composite - three surfaces

billing code D2664: onlay - resin-based composite - four or more surfaces
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
cdt label: onlay - resin-based composite - four or more surfaces

billing code D2710: crown - resin-based composite (indirect)
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
editor note: Unfilled or non-reinforced resin crowns should be reported using D2999. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: crown - resin-based composite (indirect)

billing code D2712: crown - 3/4 resin-based composite (indirect)
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - 3/4 resin-based composite (indirect)
editor note: This code does not include facial veneers. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2720: crown - resin with high noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - resin with high noble metal

billing code D2721: crown - resin with predominantly base metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - resin with predominantly base metal

billing code D2722: crown - resin with noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - resin with noble metal

billing code D2740: crown - porcelain/ceramic substrate
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - porcelain/ceramic substrate

billing code D2750: crown - porcelain fused to high noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - porcelain fused to high noble metal

billing code D2751: crown - porcelain fused to predominantly base metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - porcelain fused to predominantly base metal

billing code D2752: crown - porcelain fused to noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - porcelain fused to noble metal

billing code D2780: crown - 3/4 cast high noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - 3/4 cast high noble metal

billing code D2781: crown - 3/4 cast predominantly base metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - 3/4 cast predominantly base metal

billing code D2782: crown - 3/4 cast noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - 3/4 cast noble metal

billing code D2783: crown - 3/4 porcelain/ceramic
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - 3/4 porcelain/ceramic
editor note: This code does not include facial veneers. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2790: crown - full cast high noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - full cast high noble metal

billing code D2791: crown - full cast predominantly base metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - full cast predominantly base metal

billing code D2792: crown - full cast noble metal
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - full cast noble metal

billing code D2794: crown - titanium
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
cdt label: crown - titanium

billing code D2799: provisional crown
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for crowns - single restorations only
editor note: Crown utilized as an interim restoration of at least six months duration during restorative treatment to allow adequate time for healing or completion of other procedures. This includes, but is not limited to changing vertical dimension, completing periodontal therapy or cracked-tooth syndrome. This is not to be used as a temporary crown for a routine prosthetic restoration. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: provisional crown

billing code D2910: recement inlay, onlay, or partial coverage restoration
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: recement inlay, onlay, or partial coverage restoration

billing code D2915: recement cast or prefabricated post and core
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: recement cast or prefabricated post and core

billing code D2920: recement crown
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: recement crown

billing code D2930: prefabricated stainless steel crown - primary tooth
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: prefabricated stainless steel crown - primary tooth

billing code D2931: prefabricated stainless steel crown - permanent tooth
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: prefabricated stainless steel crown - permanent tooth

billing code D2932: prefabricated resin crown
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: prefabricated resin crown

billing code D2933: prefabricated stainless steel crown with resin window
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: Open-face stainless steel crown with aesthetic resin facing or veneer. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: prefabricated stainless steel crown with resin window

billing code D2934: prefabricated esthetic coated stainless steel crown - primary tooth
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: Stainless steel primary crown with exterior esthetic coating. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: prefabricated esthetic coated stainless steel crown - primary tooth

billing code D2940: protective restoration
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: protective restoration
editor note: Direct placement of a temporary restorative material to protect tooth and/ or tissue form. This procedure may be used to relieve pain, promote healing, or prevent further deterioration. Not to be used for endodontic access closure, or as a base or liner under a restoration. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2950: core buildup, including any pins
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: core buildup, including any pins
editor note: Refers to building up of anatomical crown when restorative crown will be placed, whether or not pins are used. A material is placed in the tooth preparation for a crown when there is insufficient tooth strength and retention for the crown procedure. This should not be reported when the procedure only involves a filler to eliminate any undercut, box form, or concave irregularity in the preparation. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2951: pin retention - per tooth, in addition to restoration
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: pin retention - per tooth, in addition to restoration

billing code D2952: post and core in addition to crown, indirectly fabricated
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: Post and core are custom fabricated as a single unit. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: post and core in addition to crown, indirectly fabricated

billing code D2953: each additional indirectly fabricated post - same tooth
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: To be used with D2952. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: each additional indirectly fabricated post - same tooth

billing code D2954: prefabricated post and core in addition to crown
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: prefabricated post and core in addition to crown
editor note: Core is built around a prefabricated post. This procedure includes the core material. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2955: post removal (not in conjunction with endodontic therapy)
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: For removal of posts (e.g., fractured posts); not to be used in conjunction with endodontic retreatment (D3346, D3347, D3348). ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: post removal (not in conjunction with endodontic therapy)

billing code D2957: each additional prefabricated post - same tooth
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: To be used with D2954. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: each additional prefabricated post - same tooth

billing code D2960: labial veneer (resin laminate) - chairside
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: Refers to labial/facial direct resin bonded veneers. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: labial veneer (resin laminate) - chairside

billing code D2961: labial veneer (resin laminate) - laboratory
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: Refers to labial/facial indirect resin bonded veneers. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: labial veneer (resin laminate) - laboratory

billing code D2962: labial veneer (porcelain laminate) - laboratory
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: Refers also to facial veneers that extend interproximally and/or cover the incisal edge. Porcelain/ceramic veneers presently include all ceramic and porcelain veneers. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: labial veneer (porcelain laminate) - laboratory

billing code D2970: temporary crown (fractured tooth)
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: temporary crown (fractured tooth)
editor note: Usually a preformed artificial crown, which is fitted over a damaged tooth as an immediate protective device. This is not to be used as temporization during crown fabrication. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2971: additional procedures to construct new crown under existing partial denture framework
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: additional procedures to construct new crown under existing partial denture framework
editor note: To be reported in addition to a crown code. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2975: coping
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
cdt label: coping
editor note: A thin covering of the remaining portion of a tooth, usually fabricated of metal and devoid of anatomic contour. This is to be used as a definitive restoration. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code D2980: crown repair, by report
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for other restorative services
editor note: A narrative explaining the treatment provided must be included with a claim submission that uses this code. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
editor note: Includes removal of crown, if necessary. Describe procedure. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: crown repair, by report

billing code D2999: unspecified restorative procedure, by report
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
editor note: A narrative explaining the treatment provided must be included with a claim submission that uses this code. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: unspecified restorative procedure, by report
editor note: Use for procedure that is not adequately described by a code. Describe procedure. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

current dental terminology code
type: Class
subclass of: IAO_0000030
comment: A current dental terminology code is a centrally registered identifier that is maintained by the American Dental Association and used for recording dental services provided. It is typically used on the patient record, and when reporting procedures on a paper or electronic submission.

billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations
cdt label: inlay/onlay restorations - resin-based composite
editor note: Resin-based composite inlays/onlays must utilize indirect technique. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code for inlay/onlay restorations
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
cdt label: inlay/onlay restorations

billing code for restorative
type: Class
subclass of: current dental terminology code
editor note: Local anesthesia is usually considered to be part of Restorative procedures. A one-surface posterior restoration is one in which the restoration involves only one of the five surface classifications (mesial, distal, occlusal, lingual, or facial, including buccal and labial). A two-surface posterior restoration is one in which the restoration extends to two of the five surface classifications. A three-surface posterior restoration is one in which the restoration extends to three of the five surface classifications. A four-or-more surface posterior restoration is one in which the restoration extends to four or more of the five surface classifications. A one-surface anterior proximal restoration is one in which neither the lingual nor the facial margins of the restoration extend beyond the line angle. A two-surface anterior proximal restoration is one in which either the lingual or facial margin of the restoration extends beyond the line angle. A three-surface anterior proximal restoration is one in which both the lingual and facial margins of the restorations extend beyond the line angle. A four-or-more surface anterior restoration is one in which both the lingual and facial margins extend beyond the line angle and the incisal angle is involved. This restoration might also involve all four surfaces of an anterior tooth and not involve the incisal angle. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: restorative

billing code for crowns - single restorations only
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
editor note: Classification of Materials Classification of Metals (Source: ADA Council on Scientific Affairs) The noble metal classification system has been adopted as a more precise method of reporting various alloys used in dentistry. The alloys are defined on the basis of the percentage of metal content: high noble - Gold (Au), Palladium (Pd), and/or Platinum (Pt) greater than or equql to 60% (with at least 40% Au); titanium and titanium alloys - Titanium (Ti) greater than 85%; noble - Gold (Au), Palladium (Pd), and/or Platinum (Pt) greater than or equal to 25%; predominantly base - Gold (Au), Palladium (Pd), and/or Platinum (Pt) less than 25% Porcelain/ceramic Refers to those non-metal, non-resin inorganic refractory compounds processed at high temperatures (600ºC/1112ºF and above) and pressed, polished or milled - including porcelains, glasses, and glass-ceramics. Resin Refers to any resin-based composite, including fiber or ceramic reinforced polymer compounds. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1
cdt label: crowns - single restorations only

billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations
cdt label: inlay/onlay restorations - porcelain/ceramic
editor note: Porcelain/ceramic inlays/onlays include all indirect ceramic and porcelain type inlays/onlays. ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code for gold foil restorations
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
cdt label: gold foil restorations

billing code for amalgam restorations (including polishing)
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
cdt label: amalgam restorations (including polishing)
editor note: Tooth preparation, all adhesives (including amalgam bonding agents), liners and bases are included as part of the restoration. If pins are used, they should be reported separately (see D2951). ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1

billing code for inlay/onlay restorations - metallic
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for inlay/onlay restorations
cdt label: inlay/onlay restorations - metallic

billing code for other restorative services
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
cdt label: other restorative services

billing code for resin-based composite restorations - direct
type: Class
subclass of: billing code for restorative
cdt label: resin-based composite restorations - direct
editor note: Resin-based composite refers to a broad category of materials including but not limited to composites. May include bonded composite, light-cured composite, etc. Tooth preparation, acid etching, adhesives (including resin bonding agents), liners and bases and curing are included as part of the restoration. Glass ionomers, when used as restorations, should be reported with these codes. If pins are used, they should be reported separately (see D2951). ISBN:1935201387#CDT 2011-2012 Current Dental Terminology, Chapter 1