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Glossary of Teeth

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To have a tooth removed
Extracted or extraction
A hole in the tooth
cavity
the part of the tooth that anchors it into the gum and jaw.
root
The qualified person responsible for checking and carrying out treatment to your teeth.
Dentist
The visible part of a tooth when looking in your mouth
Crown
The white, outside layer of the tooth
enamel
The area in the tooth where the blood vessels and nerves are situated
Pulp
The hardest part of a tooth.
Dentine
The name of the teeth which appear at the front of the jaw, both top and bottom.
incisors
Another name for "dog teeth"
canine teeth
Working from the front of your mouth, the first big teeth you can see.
Premolars
The large teeth used for grinding food and found at the back of the jaw
Molars
The name of the last teeth you may grow
Wisdom teeth
The action of cleaning your teeth using dental string
Flossing

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