Growing teeth
Growing Teeth
Growing teeth (pronunciation: /ˈɡroʊɪŋ tiːθ/) is a biological process in which teeth develop from their tooth buds in the jaws of mammals and some other vertebrates. This process is also known as tooth eruption.
Etymology
The term "growing teeth" is derived from the English words "grow" (Old English "grōwan") and "teeth" (Old English "tēþ"), referring to the process of teeth development and emergence.
Process
Growing teeth involves several stages, starting from the development of tooth buds in the embryo to the eruption of the teeth through the gums. This process is regulated by a complex interaction of genetic and epigenetic factors.
Related Terms
- Tooth Eruption: The process by which a tooth moves from its developmental position within the jaws to its functional position in the oral cavity.
- Deciduous Teeth: Also known as "baby teeth" or "milk teeth", these are the first set of teeth that grow in humans and other mammals.
- Permanent Teeth: The second set of teeth that grow in humans and other mammals, replacing the deciduous teeth.
- Dentition: The arrangement or condition of the teeth in a particular species or individual.
- Odontogenesis: The process of tooth development from the earliest stage of tooth bud formation to the final eruption in the mouth.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Growing teeth
- Wikipedia's article - Growing teeth
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