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Illustration of the Mouth

Front view of open mouth showing upper and lower teeth.

Illustration of a tooth

Cross section of tooth in bone showing enamel, dentin, pulp, and root canal.

Online Medical Reviewer: Jessica Gotwals RN BSN MPH
Online Medical Reviewer: Michael Kapner MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Rita Sather RN

Date Last Reviewed: 2/1/2023

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