Parts of the tooth
Enamel, Dentine, Pulp Gavity, Gum, Jaw bone, Nerve, Blood vessels
Enamel
Protects the dentine
Dentine
Makes the tooth hard
Pulp Cavity
Blood vessels that supply tooth with oxygen/nutrients
Gums
supports the crown by holding tooth in place
Cement
Hard substance that holds the tooth in place
Jaw bone
Supports the teeth in lower and upper jaw
Nerve
Makes the tooth sensitive to stimuli
Blood capillary
Supplies O2 and nutrients to the gum and teeth
How many Canines?
4 (tear/ grip foods)
How many Incisors?
8(cut & bite food)
How many Molars?
12 (grind & crush food)
How many Pre molars?
8 (grind & crush food)