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Dentin |
Main tissue of tooth surrounding the pulp. Less inorganic than enamel. Gives bulk of tooth. Found in crown and root |
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Tubules |
Transmit pain stimuli and nutrition. Small S shaped tubes extending from dentinoenamel wall to pulp chamber |
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Fibers |
Fibers lying within dentin tubule and help the dentin to nourish and register sensation. |
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Primary dentin |
Dentin in newly formed tooth. Original dentin. |
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Regular secondary dentin |
Occurs during regular development and maturing of tooth |
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Irregular secondary dentin |
Occurs as protection from irritation, decay, and the like. Also known as tertiary dentin |
