Dentin Definition

dentin
noun
  1. a calcareous material harder and denser than bone that comprises the bulk of a tooth
  2. bone (calcified tissue) surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth

"Dentin" in song lyrics

See how dentin is used in real songs:

  • "abrasion cavities filling for receding gum exposed dentin"
    AOL — AOL
  • "constant dentin"
    AOL — AOL
  • "chronic dentin"
    AOL — AOL

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