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What are roots covered with?
The root of a tooth are covered with cementum which is much softer than enamel.
What stabilizes the tooth and is covered by?
root , cementum
What does the root do in the tooth?
The root of a tooth anchors it securely into the jawbone, providing stability and support during chewing and biting. It contains the dental pulp, which houses nerves and blood vessels that nourish the tooth and help maintain its health. Additionally, the root is covered by cementum, a hard tissue that assists in the attachment of the tooth to the surrounding periodontal ligament. Overall, the root plays a crucial role in the tooth's structure and function.
Is the root of a tooth covered by enamel?
No. The material that protects the root surface is called Cementum. Take a look at: http://advancedental.com.au/adhs/teeth.html
Is dental implant covered by insurance?
A couple of insurance plans will but most likely no and if you are born without the tooth it might be different for you but when i was told i had to get a implant they told me it was not covered under almost every policy but it changed cause i never had a tooth or a root.
What is the Latin root for tooth?
The Latin root for tooth is "dens" or "dentis."
If a tooth is knocked out what part of the tooth should you not touch?
The root of the tooth.
What is a root canel?
take the root out of your tooth
What does a tooth consist of?
enamel found only in the crown of the tooth ( the exposed part of the tooth ), dentin found in both the crown and the root of the tooth ( root : the embedded part of the tooth ) and cement which hold the tooth in it's place
What area of the mouth is the apex located?
The apex of a tooth is the tip of the root where nerve and blood supply enter the tooth through the root canal. It is located at the bottom of the tooth, in the area where the tooth meets the jawbone.
What is a dead tooth?
It is a tooth that the root has been damaged and is "dead"
What part of the tooth is the layer that covers the root of the tooth?
the dentine
