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U.S. Department of Agriculture

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  1. Fields of Study
  2. diseases and disorders (animals and humans)
  3. digestive system diseases
  4. mouth diseases
  5. tooth diseases
  6. tooth resorption
  1. Animals, Livestock, One Health
  2. diseases and disorders (animals and humans)
  3. digestive system diseases
  4. mouth diseases
  5. tooth diseases
  6. tooth resorption

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tooth resorption

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Definition

  • Information Resorption of calcified dental tissue, involving demineralization due to reversal of the cation exchange and lacunar resorption by osteoclasts. There are two types: external (as a result of tooth pathology) and internal (apparently initiated by a peculiar inflammatory hyperplasia of the pulp).

    Source: Medical Subject Headings

    Type: Concept definition

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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/69412

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