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alveolar process

/ælˈviːələr ˈprɒsɛs/

Tradução: Crista óssea espessa na maxila ou na mandíbula que contém os alvéolos dentários e sustenta e fixa os dentes.

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/ælˈviːələr ˈprɒsɛs/C1formalmedical
  • ptCrista óssea espessa na maxila ou na mandíbula que contém os alvéolos dentários e sustenta e fixa os dentes.

The thickened ridge of bone in the jaw that contains the tooth sockets, also known as the alveolar ridge. It supports and anchors the teeth in both the upper and lower jaws.

  1. Bony ridge in the jawC1formal

    The thickened ridge of bone in the upper and lower jaws that contains the sockets (alveoli) for the teeth.

    ptProcesso alveolar

    • The dentist examined the alveolar process for signs of infection.
    • Tooth loss can lead to resorption of the alveolar process.
    • The alveolar process provides structural support for the teeth.