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    The document summarizes the main parts of a tooth and their functions. It identifies 8 parts: the enamel, crown, gums, pulp, dentin, root, nerves and blood vessels, and jawbone. It provides details on the function of each part, including that the enamel protects the tooth, the crown determines function, gums form a protective seal, the pulp senses pain and nourishes the tooth, dentin provides support, the root anchors the tooth, and the jawbone holds the tooth in place.

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    The document summarizes the main parts of a tooth and their functions. It identifies 8 parts: the enamel, crown, gums, pulp, dentin, root, nerves and blood vessels, and jawbone. It provides details on the function of each part, including that the enamel protects the tooth, the crown determines function, gums form a protective seal, the pulp senses pain and nourishes the tooth, dentin provides support, the root anchors the tooth, and the jawbone holds the tooth in place.

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    The document summarizes the main parts of a tooth and their functions. It identifies 8 parts: the enamel, crown, gums, pulp, dentin, root, nerves and blood vessels, and jawbone. It provides details on the function of each part, including that the enamel protects the tooth, the crown determines function, gums form a protective seal, the pulp senses pain and nourishes the tooth, dentin provides support, the root anchors the tooth, and the jawbone holds the tooth in place.

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    The document summarizes the main parts of a tooth and their functions. It identifies 8 parts: the enamel, crown, gums, pulp, dentin, root, nerves and blood vessels, and jawbone. It provides details on the function of each part, including that the enamel protects the tooth, the crown determines function, gums form a protective seal, the pulp senses pain and nourishes the tooth, dentin provides support, the root anchors the tooth, and the jawbone holds the tooth in place.

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    Nama : Melia Nur Widya

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    No : 27

    Identify the parts of tooth and then function of each part

    1. Enamel

    This is the is the substance that covers the anatomic crown of the tooth, is the hardest
    substance in the body and is somewhat translucent. It is created by cells known as ameloblasts.

    The enamel is the first line of protection for the tooth. It can withstand biting pressure but
    does not have the ability to regrow once fully formed. If there has been minor demineralization
    (become more porous) occurring, it can remineralize (harden) and thus stop the tooth decay
    process with proper nutrition and oral care.
    2. Crown

    The top part of the tooth, and the only part you can normally see. The shape of the
    crown determines the tooth’s function. For example, front teeth are sharp and chisel-shaped for
    cutting, while molars have flat surfaces for grinding.

    A crown can be used to protect a weak tooth from breaking, hold together an already
    broken or worn tooth, cover the tooth with a large filling or dental implant, hold a dental bridge in
    place, or support a cosmetic modification.

    3. Gums

    Gums, also called gingiva, are the fleshy, pink connective tissue that’s attached to the
    neck of the tooth and the cementum. The gingiva is attached to the tooth, forming a seal thet
    protects the underlying bone and helps provide a barrier against infection.

    4. Pulp

    it is where all the nerves and blood vessels that supply the tooth are housed. The pulp is
    divided into two areas: the pulp chamber, located in the crown of the tooth; and the pulp canals,
    which are located in the root(s) of the tooth. If the pulp area becomes exposed to decay, a
    bacterial infection can occur and may require root canal therapy in order to save the tooth.
    When the teeth first erupt, the pulp chamber and canals are very large, but as secondary dentin
    forms, the pulp area decreases.

    The pulp has several important functions, including:

     Sensory function: Pain from trauma to the dentin and/or pulp, differences in


    temperature, and pressure are caused by stimulation of the pulp.
     Formation of dentin: The pulp is responsible for the formation of dentin. In response to
    trauma, the pulp forms secondary dentin, also known as reparative dentin.
     Nourishment: The pulp contains blood vessels that keep blood flowing to help to
    prevent the tooth from becoming brittle by keeping it moisturized and nourished.

    5. Dentin
     Dentin is the substance that lies beneath the enamel and the cementum in the tooth.
    Dentin is created by cells known as odontoblasts. It is not as hard as enamel and it makes up
    the major portion of the tooth. The dentin is comprised of microscopic tubes known as dentinal
    tubules. There are three types of dentin. Primary dentin is what is present when the tooth
    erupts. Secondary dentin continues to form during the life of the tooth. Reparative dentin can
    form in response to inflammation/irritation or trauma. The color of the dentin reflecting through
    the enamel is what is responsible for the color (hue and tint) of the tooth. Because dentin is
    softer than enamel, if decay passes through the enamel (demineralization) and invades the
    dentin, it can spread very rapidly here. The enamel and the dentin meet at an area known as
    the DEJ or dentoenamel junction. Its main function is to provide support to the enamel. It is also
    responsible for transmitting impulses from the enamel or root to the dental pulp.

    6. Root

    The root is the part of the tooth that extends into the bone and holds the tooth in place. It
    makes up approximately two-thirds of the tooth.

    7. Nerves and blood vessels

    Blood vessels supply the periodontal ligament with nutrients, while nerves help control the
    amount of force used when you chew.

    8. Jawbone

    The jaw bone, also called the alveolar bone, is the bone that contains the tooth sockets and
    surrounds the teeth’s roots; it holds the teeth in place.

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