Parts of a tooth–:)
Happy “Tooth-Day”!
Farah Flossit here, wishing you all a magical day!
Last week we chatted about the different types of teeth & what their jobs are, so this week I thought it would be important to learn about the different parts of a tooth. As you may already know, I am a big fan of Pinterst. Below is a diagram (that I found on Pinterest) that shows us the different parts of a tooth. Not only is it a nice diagram, but it is also a great crafty learning activity you can do with your kids to make learning FUN! Don’t forget to click on the image so that you can read more about creating your own Play-Doh tooth!
A tooth is made up of 2 main parts: 1. The CROWN 2. The ROOT
The crown is what you see when you smile or open your mouth. It’s the part that sits above your gum line.
The root is below the gumline. It makes up about 2/3rds of the tooth’s total length.
Within the 2 main parts lies the ENAMEL: The enamel is the durable, white covering that protects the tooth from the wear & tear of chewing.
DID YOU KNOW? The enamel on your teeth is the hardest substance in you body!
Next up is DENTIN: Dentin supports the enamel on your teeth. It’s a yellow bone-like material that is softer than enamel & carries some of the nerve fibers that signal you when something is wrong inside your tooth.
In the center we have the PULP: The pulp as mentioned is the center of the tooth. It’s a soft tissue that contains blood & lymph vessels, & nerves. The pulp is how the tooth receives nourishment & transmits signals to your brain.
Lastly, we have the ROOT: Cementum is what covers most of the root of the tooth. It helps to attache the tooth to the bones in your Jaw. A cushioning layer called the periodontal Ligament sits between the cementum & the jawbone; it helps connect the two.
As we continue to light it up BLUE, in April for Autism Awareness Month, the information above was presented with Autism in mind. Play-doh is great for fine motor skills & also sensory play. In addition, one can present the visual diagram & build it together to learn the parts of a tooth in a Fun way.
Joke of the day: What do explorers call it when they go searching for fossil teeth?—-A molar expedition! LOL
Thank you for tuning in on today’s Happy “Tooth-Day’s” report!
I look forward to chatting with you all next week!
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Your Friend,
Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)
