dentine

/ ˈdɛntiːn; ˈdɛntɪn /

noun

1. the calcified tissue surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth and comprising the bulk of the tooth

Derived Forms

• ˈdentinal, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of dentine¹

C19: from denti- + -in

Example Sentences

The enamel organs and dentine bulb for the permanent teeth form just before birth (Fig. 51) in like manner with the temporary set.

From Project Gutenberg

Teeth-enamel is formed from the epiblast, and dentine, cementum, pulp (except as to nerve tissue) from the mesoblast.

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The enamel organs of the first set appear during the seventh week of fœtal life; the dentine bulb during the ninth week.

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Finally, enamel itself and dentine are developed, and the embryonic tooth remains covered under the gums until it cuts them.

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As long as growth continues the outer layers of this pulp become successively calcified and added to the substance of the dentine.

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