dentinal tubule

English

Noun

dentinal tubule (plural dentinal tubules)

  1. (dentistry) A microscopic, fluid-filled canal within tooth dentin that extends from the inner pulp chamber to the outer dentin surface, housing cellular extensions and nerve endings, crucial for tooth sensitivity and nutrient transport, and facilitating communication between the pulp and the outside environment.
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