Tooth parts
What is the root of a tooth?
The part that anchors into the jawbone so that it doesn't fall out easily
Canine tooth
4
Premolars/Molars
Chewing/grinding of food
Where is the Crown located?
The part of the tooth that you see when you smile
Enamel
to protect the inside of the tooth from damage/decay
How many sets of teeth does each human usually have?
2- Primary or baby teeth and Adult teeth
The area that surrounds the tooth, soft tissue
Incisor
8
Incisor
Bite, tear food
True or False? Every tooth is unique to each person?
True
What causes baby teeth to fall out?
The Adult tooth growing in under it
What is the pulp?
The soft area in the cavity of the tooth that stores the blood and nutrients
Pre-molar
8
Canine
To pierce, poke through food to grab it.
Where is the enamel located?
Outter coating of the tooth
Nerve
To provide sensations to your brain.... Pain, hot and cold
What is the color of the toothbrush that people choose over red?
Blue
What is the neck?
The area where the Crown and the root meet
Molar
12
True or false Do teeth help protect your mouth?
True
Jawbone
above and below the teeth, Maxilary and Mandible bone
Blood vessels in gum
Transports nutrients into the pulp to feed tooth tissue
32
What is a nerve do in a tooth?
Let's you know if there is a problem. Example: cavity, heat/cold sensitivity.
How many teeth do babies/ children have?
20
What is the overall purpose of the gums?
To protect the neck and root of the tooth
Where are nerves located in a tooth?
Inside the Root canal
Root canal
is the pathway for blood vessels to carry nutrients
How many times should you chew each bite of food?
32 times