DENTAL ANATOMY
What is anatomy?
Anatomy is the study of the structure of living things.
root
the part of a hair, tooth, or nail that is under the skin
the part between the crown and the root, where the enamel and cement meet
neck
What other fields of science are closely related to anatomy?
Phsiology
periodontal
relating to the gums and other tissues around the teeth
an artificial piece used to cover a damaged tooth
crown
How many primary teeth do people have?
usually 20
cementum
a hard substance that covers the root of a tooth
a hard substance containing calcium that forms the main part of a tooth
dentin
What does FDI stand for?
FDI - World Dental Federation notation is one of the most common numbering systems of teeth.
inciser
one of the sharp teeth at the front of the mouth
the hard, white substance that covers your teeth
enamel
Give some examples of methods in the field of anatomy.
X-Ray, ultrasound, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
mandible
in a person or animal, the lower jaw bone
one of four pointed teeth in the human mouth
canine