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A hard structure made of enamel, dentin, and pulp.
Tooth
The mouth is also known as the
Oral cavity
The number, type, and arrangement of teeth
Dentition
How the upper and lower teeth fit together
Occlusion
Improper alignment of teeth
Malocclusion
A soft, sticky film of bacteria on teeth
Plaque
Hardened plaque
Tartar
Inflammation of the gums, often caused by plaque buildup.
Gingivitis
Halitosis is also called
bad breath
Infection of tissues that support the teeth
What anchors the tooth in the jaw?
Root
Gums are also known as....
Gingiva
Normal pocket depth for dogs
< or equal to 3 mm
Cat normal pocket depth
< or = 1 mm
Hard, calcified layer, that covers tooth root
Cementum
Incisors functions:
Canines functions:
Holding and tearing food
Premolars functions:
Cutting and grinding
Molars functions:
Grinding
Visible part of the tooth above the gumline
Crown
Connective tissue that connects tooth root to bone
Periodontal ligament
Hollow area in the center of the tooth: contains nerves and blood vessels
Pulp cavity
Ruminants have a ________ instead of incisors
Dental pad
Some horses have extra premolar teeth called _______
Wolf teeth
Retained deciduous teeth are
Baby teeth that do not fall out when adult teeth erupt