Teeth Review

Every tooth consists of several specialized layers that protect it and keep it functioning:

: Once a day to clean areas between teeth that a toothbrush cannot reach. Every tooth consists of several specialized layers that

: The outermost layer of the crown (the visible part of the tooth). It is the hardest substance in the human body , protecting the sensitive inner layers from decay. : The innermost core, containing nerves and blood

: The innermost core, containing nerves and blood vessels that provide sensation and keep the tooth alive. : The largest teeth, located at the back of the mouth

: Also known as cuspids or "fangs," these are the sharpest, most pointed teeth located next to the incisors. They are the longest teeth and are used for tearing food .

: The largest teeth, located at the back of the mouth. They have large, flat surfaces with ridges to chew and grind food into swallowable pieces. This category includes your wisdom teeth (third molars). Anatomy of a Tooth

: Located directly beneath the enamel, this is a softer, yellowish, bone-like living tissue that makes up most of the tooth's structure.