Teeth Synthesis

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Teeth are strategically placed at the entrance to the oral cavity and the gastrointestinal system. They are subjected to various physical, chemical and mechanical insults in the course of a single day yet they are expected to survive and function. We are witnessing an increase in life expectancy in recent years. It is important to retain all our faculties to enjoy quality living. Hence a lot of research is focused on preventing damage to existing body parts so that they may serve us long and well. Damage to tooth enamel from cough lozenges is an unexpected complication with irreversible consequences. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body and has a unique combination of hardness and fracture toughness that protects teeth …show more content…

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