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Tooth
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Definition
: One of a set of bone-like structures in the mouth used for biting and chewing.
/embryol: consider also TOOTH GERM & ODONTOGENESIS; /ph permitted but consider DENTAL PHYSIOLOGICAL PHENOMENA for function of dentition as a whole; tooth size & dimension consider also terms at DENT- and ODONTO-
See Also
Dentition
;
Mastication
;
Odontogenesis
;
Paleodontology
Examples
Bicuspid
;
Cuspid
;
Incisor
;
Molar
;
Tooth, Deciduous
;
Tooth, Unerupted
Other names
Teeth