NUTRITION
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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Question
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What is the part of the tooth you can see above the gum?
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Crown
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Pulp
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Root
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Nerve
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The crown is the part of the tooth that you can see above the gums. The root is the part of the tooth that is below the gums. The top layer of the crown is enamel. Below the enamel is dentin, which surrounds the pulp .
Detailed explanation-2: -When considering the anatomy of a tooth, the crown is the portion covered by enamel. In a healthy mouth, the crown is the only portion of the tooth not covered by gum tissue.
Detailed explanation-3: -The clinical crown is the tooth structure that can be seen when looking into your mouth, while the anatomic portion also includes tooth surface hidden by the gumline.
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