CANINE TEETH
\kˈe͡ɪna͡ɪn tˈiːθ], \kˈeɪnaɪn tˈiːθ], \k_ˈeɪ_n_aɪ_n t_ˈiː_θ]\
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The third tooth to the left and to the right of the midline of either jaw, situated between the second INCISOR and the premolar teeth (BICUSPID). (Jablonski, Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992, p817)
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The teeth between the lateral incisors and small molares of each jaw ;-so named because they resemble the teeth of the dog.
By Robley Dunglison
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Called also cuspidati, because they have one point. They are four in number, two in the upper jaw and two in the lower jaw, one being placed distal to each lateral incisor. They are larger and stronger than the incisors, especially in the roots. [Lat.]
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Four teeth, one above and one below on each side, next to the lateral incisors. They are long and strong, with a thick conical crown, convex in front and concave behind, with one single central point.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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