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Cementum. Bony tissue covering dentin in the root. Parts of Tooth. Pulp. Soft tissue in center of tooth. Contains nerves and blood vessels. Tooth & Gum Disease ... – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: Teeth


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Teeth
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Teeth
  • 32 teeth by age 21
  • Chewing
  • Speech
  • Appearance

3
Teeth
  • Eating 1st step in digestive process

4
Teeth
  • Incisors
  • Bite/cut
  • Cuspids
  • Tear/shred

5
Teeth
  • Bicuspids
  • Tear/grind
  • Molars
  • Crush/grind

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Gums
  • Surrounds teeth
  • Keep teeth in place

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Parts of Tooth
  • Root
  • Below gum
  • Cusps
  • Above gum

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Parts of Tooth
  • Enamel
  • White, protective layer
  • Hardest
  • Tooth decay here

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Parts of Tooth
  • Dentin
  • Most of tooth
  • Hard and dense

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Parts of Tooth
  • Cementum
  • Bony tissue covering dentin in the root

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Parts of Tooth
  • Pulp
  • Soft tissue in center of tooth
  • Contains nerves and blood vessels

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Tooth Gum Disease
  • Plaque
  • Sticky film
  • Leads to cavities gingivitis (red swollen gums)

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Tooth Gum Disease
  • Tartar
  • Hardened plaque

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Caring for Teeth
  • Brushing
  • Flossing
  • Flouride
  • Eat healthy
  • Checkups
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