The Parts of the Tooth

Topic: The parts of the tooth

 

 

 

 

The Crown: Is the part you see when you smile or open your mouth.

 

The root-: Is below the gum line.

 

It’s about two – thirds (2/3) of the tooth’s total length.

 

The enamel: Is the durable white covering.

 

 This enamel on the tooth is the hardest substance

in the body.

 

 

The dentine: Makes up the largest part of the tooth.

 

 

The pulp: Is in the centre of the tooth.  It is a soft tissue which contains blood,

 

lymph vessels and nerve fibres.