Cementum: meaning, definitions and examples

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cementum

 

[ sษ™หˆmษ›ntษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dental anatomy

Cementum is a calcified substance covering the roots of teeth. It helps anchor the teeth into the jawbone and plays a significant role in tooth stability. Cementum is produced by cementoblasts and is more porous than enamel, making it less resistant to wear and decay.

Synonyms

dentin-like material, tooth root covering

Examples of usage

  • The cementum layer protects the tooth root.
  • During a dental procedure, the cementum can sometimes be exposed.
  • Cementum health is vital for maintaining overall dental integrity.

Translations

Translations of the word "cementum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cemento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ€เคฎเฅ‡เค‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zement

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ semen

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั†ะตะผะตะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cement

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ปใƒกใƒณใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ciment

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cemento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงimento

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ๋ฉ˜ํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุณู…ู†ุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cement

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ cement

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐดๆณฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ cement

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sement

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั†ะตะผะตะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒ”แƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sement

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cemento

Etymology

The word 'cementum' is derived from the Latin word 'caementum', meaning 'stone, cement'. In the context of dental medicine, cementum has been recognized since ancient times for its role in the structure and function of teeth. In the study of anatomy, the understanding of cementum has evolved significantly. Advances in dental sciences have shed light on its properties and functions, including its role in dental health and disease. The identification of cementum has provided insights into periodontal disease and has implications for dental treatments and procedures.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,155, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.