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Record 1 2001-03-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Dentistry
DEF

The alveolar process (processus alveolaris). The alveolar process is the thickest and most spongy part of the bone. It is broader behind than in front, and excavated into deep cavities for the reception of the teeth.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dentisterie
CONT

Processus alvéolaire. Son bord inférieur que l'on appelle bord alvéolaire, est creusé de huit alvéoles dentaires séparées par des septum interalvéolaires.

Spanish

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