Questions and Answers
What is the substance that covers the outer layer of the tooth called?
Which part of the tooth is the main tissue located beneath the enamel?
What is the central part of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels?
What do we call the visible part of the tooth that is above the gum line?
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Which part of the tooth anchors it into the jawbone?
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What is the procedure called that involves removing the pulp from the tooth?
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Study Notes
Parts of the Tooth
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Enamel
- A hard, protective outer layer of the tooth.
- Composed mainly of minerals, primarily hydroxyapatite.
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Dentin
- A dense, bony tissue beneath the enamel.
- Transmits nerve signals and provides structural support.
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Pulp Cavity
- The innermost part of the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels.
- Vital for the tooth's nourishment and sensation.
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Crown
- The visible part of the tooth above the gum line.
- Covered by enamel, it is crucial for chewing and biting.
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Root
- The part of the tooth embedded in the jawbone, anchoring it in place.
- Contains the root canal which houses nerves and blood vessels.
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Root Canal
- A passage within the root where the tooth's pulp extends.
- Essential for the health and survival of the tooth, providing communication with the body's circulatory system.
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