What is primary dentin?
Dentin that extends from the pulp chamber to the enamel, produced before root formation is completed.
When is secondary dentin produced?
After root formation is completed.
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Dentin Structure and Types

What is primary dentin?

Dentin that extends from the pulp chamber to the enamel, produced before root formation is completed.

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Dentin Structure and Types

When is secondary dentin produced?

After root formation is completed.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What does the dental papilla form?

Dental pulp and pre/odontoblasts.

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Classification of Teeth

What are the sets of teeth that appear first in a person's life?

Baby, milk, or primary deciduous teeth (dentes decidui).

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What type of cementum contains cementocytes?

Cellular cementum.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

What is the primary consequence of a lack of vitamin C?

Scurvy.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What does ectomesenchyme differentiate into?

Dental sac and dental papilla.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What type of cells produce dentin?

Odontoblasts, which are special fibroblasts.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What is gum (gingiva) a part of?

Oral mucosa.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What are Striae of Retzius in enamel histology?

They are almost parallel to the surface of the enamel.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What structures develop from the dental sac?

Alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, and cementum.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What effect does secondary dentin have on the pulp chamber over time?

It causes a decrease in the size of the pulp chamber with age.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What does cementum cover?

The dentin of the root.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What is the role of cementum in the supporting tissues?

It helps anchor the tooth to the alveolar bone.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

How can scurvy be prevented?

By ensuring adequate intake of vitamin C through diet.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the shape of the keyhole in the context of enamel formation?

Keyhole shape.

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Development of Teeth

What is the epithelial body of Malassez?

A remnant of Hertwig’s root sheath that plays a role in periodontal health.

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Morphological and Histological Components of Teeth

What is the function of the root canal in a tooth?

It houses the dental pulp and nerves.

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Development of Teeth

What can baby teeth indicate about a child's health?

They can provide insights into autism and heavy metal exposure.

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Classification of Teeth

How many deciduous teeth are there in each quadrant?

5 deciduous teeth.

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Classification of Teeth

What is permanent dentition?

The set of teeth that replaces primary teeth and remains in the mouth for a lifetime.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

At what age do mesial incisors typically erupt?

7 months.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

What is the chemical formula for fluorapatite?

Ca5(PO4)3F.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the basic unit of tooth enamel?

Enamel rods (prisms).

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is the primary function of dentin?

It forms most of the tooth substance and surrounds the pulp chamber.

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Development of Teeth

What are cementoblasts?

Cells responsible for the formation of cementum on the tooth root.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What tissues make up the parodontium?

Cementum, alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, and gingiva.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What are secretory granules?

Cellular structures involved in the secretion of enamel matrix proteins.

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Classification of Teeth

What are the names of the molars?

Dentes molares.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

At what age does the first molar tooth erupt?

6 years.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What is the role of the ectomesenchyme in tooth development?

It interacts with the ectoderm of the oral cavity to facilitate tooth formation.

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Development of Teeth

What is the focus of the study in the Department of Anatomy regarding teeth?

Histology and development of teeth.

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Development of Teeth

What occurs after the membrana praeformativa appears?

Differentiation of odontoblasts.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is interglobular dentin?

A hypomineralized area in the neck, also known as Tomes granulation artifact.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What are the supporting tissues of the teeth collectively called?

Parodontium.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

What are some symptoms of scurvy?

Symptoms include bleeding gums, weakness, and fatigue.

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Dentin Structure and Types

Where are Tomes fibers located?

In dentin tubules.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is predentin?

Dentin that has not yet mineralized.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

How does fluorapatite compare to hydroxyapatite in terms of hardness?

Fluorapatite is harder than hydroxyapatite (HA).

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What shape do enamel rods resemble?

Keyhole shape.

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Classification of Teeth

How many types of permanent teeth are there in a quadrant?

5 types: 2 incisors, 1 canine, 2 premolars, and 3 molars.

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Development of Teeth

What is the periodontal ligament?

A connective tissue structure that attaches the tooth to the alveolar bone.

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Classification of Teeth

What are the names of the premolars?

Dentes premolares.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the composition of enamel?

95% inorganic substances, 1% organic substances (no collagen), and 4% water.

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Morphological and Histological Components of Teeth

What is the Membrana praeformativa?

A basement membrane that lies between the inner enamel epithelium and odontoblasts.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What is the characteristic of cementum found near the neck of the tooth?

It is cell-free cementum, also known as acellular cementum.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

How is the gum (gingiva) attached?

Firmly attached to teeth and alveolar bone.

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Development of Teeth

What do odontoblasts secrete towards the membrana praeformativa?

Predentin.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

What is another name for deciduous dentition?

Milk teeth (denters decidui).

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

Is it normal for dogs to smile when greeting people?

Yes, it is a normal behavior for dogs.

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Classification of Teeth

How many permanent teeth are there in each quadrant?

8 permanent teeth.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is peritubular dentin?

Dentin with high inorganic content and less organic material.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What are the structural features of enamel?

It has 5 μm thick, long, parallel columns with a wavy course.

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Classification of Teeth

What are the two types of incisors in a quadrant?

Medial and lateral incisors.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

What is the eruption age for canine teeth?

12 years.

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Development of Teeth

What are odontoblasts?

Cells that form dentin in the tooth.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

When do second molar teeth typically erupt?

12 years.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What are cementocytes and where are they found?

Cementocytes are cells found in lacunae, derived from cementoblasts.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What are the two types of cementum mentioned in the histology of cementum?

Cellular cementum and acellular cementum.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

Why is vitamin C important for the body?

It is needed for collagen synthesis.

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Development of Teeth

What are the components of the enamel organ involved in root development?

Outer and inner enamel epithelium.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What triggers the production of tertiary dentin?

External stimuli.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

How many quadrants are there in the dental structure?

Four quadrants.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What percentage of dentin is inorganic?

70%.

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Classification of Teeth

What are the types of permanent teeth?

Incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

At what age do permanent teeth typically begin to erupt?

Around 6 years of age.

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Development of Teeth

What type of cells are adamantoblasts and where do they originate from?

Adamantoblasts are derived from ectoderm.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

At what age do mesial incisors erupt?

7 years.

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Development of Teeth

Which structure develops enamel and when does it develop in relation to dentin?

Enamel is developed by adamantoblasts and forms later than dentin.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

When does the second premolar tooth typically erupt?

11 years.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What do Hunter-Schreger lines represent in enamel?

They are radiating lines to the surface of the enamel.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What are teeth (dentes)?

Hard structures in the oral cavity of vertebrates.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

How many dental arches are there?

Two dental arches: maxillary and mandibular.

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Classification of Teeth

What type of teeth do blue view sharks have?

They have unique teeth adapted for their feeding habits.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the process of enamel formation called?

Amelogenesis.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is the marginal dentin?

The outermost layer of dentin, which is less inorganic and contains branches of Tomes fibers.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What is the function of the periodontal ligament?

It provides proprioception and aids in tooth eruption.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the maximum thickness of enamel?

2.5 mm.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

Does enamel contain cells?

No, it has no cells.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

What is the last type of permanent teeth to erupt?

Wisdom teeth (third molars).

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What is the role of the root sheath in the supporting tissues?

It is involved in the formation of the periodontal ligament.

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Development of Teeth

Which forms first, enamel or dentin?

Dentin forms before enamel.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What do inner enamel epithelium cells differentiate into?

Ameloblasts (also known as adamatoblasts).

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is predentin?

The unmineralized layer of dentin that precedes the formation of mature dentin.

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Morphological and Histological Components of Teeth

What are the morphological parts of a tooth?

Root canal and foramen of root canal.

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Morphological and Histological Components of Teeth

What is the foramen of the root canal?

The opening at the tip of the root canal where nerves and blood vessels enter.

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Development of Teeth

What is the role of the enamel organ in root development?

The margin of the enamel organ grows into the deep and forms the epithelial root sheath.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What type of resources are linked in the provided content?

Links to Pinterest and a health website about tooth anatomy.

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Development of Teeth

What is the first step in the development of the dental crown?

The appearance of the membrana praeformativa.

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Development of Teeth

What is another name for the epithelial root sheath?

Hertwig’s root sheath.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is intertubular dentin?

Dentin located between tubules, characterized by parallel collagen fibers and hydroxylapatite crystals.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is the composition of dentin?

70% inorganic (hydroxylapatite), 20% organic (type 1 collagen, GAG, proteoglycans), and 10% water.

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Development of Teeth

What surrounds the enamel organ?

Basement membrane adjacent to the inner enamel epithelium.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What additional function do teeth serve in humans?

Communication.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

What is the chemical formula for carbonated hydroxyapatite?

Ca10(PO4)6CO3.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the significance of Tomes process in amelogenesis?

It is involved in the formation of enamel.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What are ameloblasts?

Cells that form the inner enamel epithelium and produce enamel.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

At what age does the first premolar tooth erupt?

10 years.

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Development of Teeth

What occurs between 8 to 17 weeks of pregnancy regarding the dental lamina?

Ten primordia of milk teeth form at the free margin of the dental lamina in each jaw.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What is a notable feature of Nelly's teeth?

He is known for wearing grillz.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

What condition is characterized by symptoms related to collagen deficiency?

Scurvy.

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Classification of Teeth

What are the sets of teeth that replace deciduous teeth?

Permanent teeth (dentes permanentes).

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Development of Teeth

What is produced by ameloblasts during dental crown development?

Enamel.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the outer layer of the crown of a tooth called?

Enamel (enamelum, substantia adamantina).

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What is the thickness range of cementum?

100 - 500 μm, thicker towards the apex.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What shape is associated with the enamel formation process?

Horseshoe shape.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What type of images are used to illustrate enamel rod structure?

SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy) images.

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Development of Teeth

What type of cells are odontoblasts and where do they originate from?

Odontoblasts are derived from ectomesenchyme.

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Development of Teeth

What is the primary function of adamantoblasts?

To form enamel.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What do ameloblasts secrete?

Enamel.

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Development of Teeth

What is located between the inner enamel epithelium and odontoblasts?

The dental papilla.

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Development of Teeth

What are the main parts of the enamel organ in the bell stage?

Outer and inner enamel epithelium.

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Development of Teeth

What connects the enamel organ to the surface epithelium?

Dental lamina.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What are the primary functions of teeth?

Capturing prey, breaking down food, and defense.

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Development of Teeth

What type of cells are adamantoblasts derived from?

Ectoderm.

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Development of Teeth

What type of cells are odontoblasts derived from?

Ectomesenchyme.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

Is cementum produced throughout life?

Yes, it is produced throughout life.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the function of stratum intermedium in enamel histology?

It assists ameloblasts in enamel formation.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is the role of odontoblasts in tooth development?

Odontoblasts are responsible for dentin secretion.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the hardest compound in the human body?

Enamel.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What is the dental lamina?

A thickening of surface epithelium in the oral cavity that interacts with ectomesenchyme.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What are odontoblasts?

Cells responsible for the formation of dentin.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What are Tomes fibers?

Long, branched processes produced by odontoblasts found in dentin tubules.

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Development of Teeth

What is the next stage after the secretion of predentin?

Differentiation of secretory-stage ameloblasts.

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Development of Teeth

What is the first stage of tooth development?

Bud stage.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

Who is associated with the study of enamel origin in histology?

Welsch.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

When do lateral incisors usually erupt?

8 months.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

What is the eruption age range for canine teeth?

16 to 20 months.

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Development of Teeth

What are the stages of dental crown development?

Bud stage, cap stage, and bell stage.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is found between the enamel prisms?

Interprismatic enamel.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What are Sharpey's fibers?

Collagen fibers that insert into cementum.

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Development of Teeth

What is the sequence of development for enamel and dentin?

Dentin develops before enamel.

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Development of Teeth

What is the function of the stellate reticulum in tooth development?

It supports the developing enamel organ.

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Development of Teeth

What is the dental papilla?

The tissue that gives rise to the dental pulp and dentin.

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Morphological and Histological Components of Teeth

What type of epithelium is found in the gum (gingiva)?

Stratified squamous non-keratinizing epithelium.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is the primary function of odontoblasts?

To produce dentin.

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Development of Teeth

What is the function of the stellate reticulum in the enamel organ?

It consists of loose cell groups and wide spaces.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What happens to odontoblast cell bodies during dentin formation?

They move away from the membrana praeformativa.

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Development of Teeth

What is Hertwig’s root sheath?

A structure involved in the development of the dental root.

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Development of Teeth

What do the cells of the enamel organ form?

Stratum intermedium.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What is the distance between cementum and alveolar bone?

200 μm.

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Dentin Structure and Types

How does the hardness of dentin compare to bone?

Dentin is harder than bone.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

How is one enamel prism produced?

By one ameloblast, which disappears during eruption.

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Development of Teeth

What is the primary function of odontoblasts?

To form dentin.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the primary mineral found in enamel?

Calcium hydroxylapatite crystals (HAp/HA).

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What are pre/odontoblasts?

Peripheral, epithelial-like cells next to the inner enamel epithelium.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What is another name for the dental sac?

Dental follicle.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

What is dental caries commonly known as?

Tooth decay.

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Classification of Teeth

How many permanent teeth does an adult typically have?

32 permanent teeth.

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Dentin Structure and Types

Where is the apical part of Tomes fibers attached?

To the dentinoenamel junction.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What are Sharpey's fibers?

Collagen fibers that connect cementum with alveolar bone and gingiva.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

When do first molar teeth typically erupt?

12 to 14 months.

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Dental Caries and Oral Health

How does carbonated hydroxyapatite compare to fluorapatite in terms of resistance to demineralization?

Carbonated hydroxyapatite is less resistant to demineralization.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

What are the main components of cementum?

61% inorganic, 27% organic (collagen fibrils, proteoglycans), and 12% water.

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Classification of Teeth

What is the name of the canine tooth?

Dens caninus.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What is dentin?

The layer beneath enamel, providing structure and support to the tooth.

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Development of Teeth

What are enamel organs?

Primordia of permanent teeth that appear alongside the milk teeth.

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Introduction to Teeth Anatomy

What are the two types of dental arches called?

Arcade dentalis superior (maxillary) and arcade dentalis inferior (mandibular).

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Dentin Structure and Types

What are Tomes fibers?

Extensions of odontoblasts that remain in dentinal tubules.

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Development of Teeth

What stage follows the bud stage in tooth development?

Cap stage.

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Dentin Structure and Types

What type of collagen is found in the organic component of dentin?

Type 1 collagen.

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Cementum and Supporting Tissues

Who secretes cementum?

Cementoblasts, which have a mesenchymal origin.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is the role of stellate reticulum in enamel production?

It provides support and nourishment to the developing enamel.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

At what age do second molar teeth usually erupt?

24 to 30 months.

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Dentin Structure and Types

Who continuously produces dentin?

Odontoblasts.

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Development of Teeth

What are alveolar cells?

Cells that form the alveolar bone, providing support for teeth.

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Enamel Structure and Composition

What is enamel?

The hard outer layer of a tooth, primarily composed of hydroxyapatite.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What shape does the dental lamina take?

Horseshoe-shaped.

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Dental Lamina and Ectomesenchyme Interaction

What is the labial lamina?

A proliferation of ectoderm cells from the dental lamina that later disappears.

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Development of Teeth

What is the dental follicle?

A structure that surrounds the developing tooth and contributes to the formation of the periodontal ligament.

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Development of Teeth

What is the final stage of tooth development?

Bell stage.

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

When do lateral incisors typically erupt?

9 years.

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Development of Teeth

What is the role of bone in dental development?

It provides structural support for the teeth through the alveolar process.

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Development of Teeth

When does the dental lamina begin to form during pregnancy?

In the 5th week of pregnancy (2nd month).

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Eruption Timeline of Deciduous and Permanent Teeth

What is the eruption age range for third molar teeth?

18 to 24 years.

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