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deciduous teeth |
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deciduous teeth [di′sij·ə·wəs ′tēth] (anatomy) Teeth of a young mammal which are shed and replaced by permanent teeth. Also known as milk teeth. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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They can involve any developing tooth, but most affect the third molar; deciduous teeth are not often involved. Moreover, deciduous teeth are relatively easy to collect and analyze; exfoliation generally occurs after the age of 6 years. According to the authors, elevated cotinine levels were significantly associated with both decayed and filled tooth surfaces in the children's deciduous teeth. |
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