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Record 1 2003-06-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Mouth
DEF

The tissue that surrounds the teeth, consisting of a fibrous tissue that is continuous with the periodontal ligament and mucosal covering.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cavité buccale
DEF

Muqueuse épaisse richement vascularisée entourant les alvéoles dentaires.

Key term(s)
  • gingiva

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Boca
DEF

Parte carnosa y rojiza de la boca donde enraízan los dientes.

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