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Keywords: Furrow, Sulci, Gyri, Groove, Fissure

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A furrow; a groove; a fissure.

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Latin = a groove.

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An infolding, or groove, in the cortical surface. A sulcus separates neighboring gyri.

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A linear groove on a sclerite that was derived secondarily for a functional reason; often used synonymously with suture because of uncertain homology.

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Keywords: Tooth, Gum, Gumline, Gingival, Tartar

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A space or trough lined by mucous membrane.

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A normally occurring space surrounding a healthy tooth, just below the gumline. It has a depth of 1-3mm.

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The space between the free gingival and the tooth, having a depth of 1-3mm.

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The normal space found between the gum and tooth Tartar: The common term for dental calculus

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