Teeth

• Teeth is located in the DENTAL ALVEOLI (sockets) of the ALVEOLAR processes of the MANDIBLE and MAXILLAE.
• What are the 3 parts of teeth?

  Crown, neck, and root
• Crown: visible portion above the level of the gums.
• Neck: Constricted junction of crown and root near gum line.
• Root: Part embedded within the maxilla and mandible.
• Enamel: made of calcium salts and protects the tooth from wear and tear.
• Dentin: calcified connective tissue and makes up MAJORITY of the tooth.
• Dentinal tubule: contains processes of ODONTOBLASTS and fluid.
• Gingiva: gum
• Pulp cavity: contains dental pulp.
• Cement: a bone-like substance that attaches the root to the PERIODONTAL LIGAMENT.
• Root canal: extension of the pulp cavity that contains nerves and blood vessels.
• Periodontal ligament: helps anchor the tooth to the underlying bone.
• Apical foramen: an opening at the base of a root canal through which blood vessels, and nerves enter a tooth.