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dens (dens) pl. den´tes   [L.]

1. tooth.

2. a toothlike structure.

3. dens axis; the toothlike process that projects from the superior surface of the body of the axis, ascending to articulate with the atlas.

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dens in den´te  a malformed tooth caused by invagination of the crown before it is calcified, giving the appearance of a “tooth within a tooth.”

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dens (dnz)

n. pl. den·tes (dntz)

1. Tooth.

2. A toothlike process projecting upward from the body of the axis around which the atlas rotates. Also called odontoid process of epistropheus.

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dens

pl. dentes [den′tēz]

Etymology: L, tooth

1  a tooth or toothlike structure or process. The term is sometimes modified to identify a particular tooth, such as dens caninus or dens molaris.

2 the cone-shaped odontoid process of the axis, or second cervical vertebra. It receives the atlantal ring to act as a pivot for the atlas, or first cervical vertebra. See also dentition, odontoid process, tooth.

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dens

pl. dentes [L.] a tooth or toothlike structure. The axis has a dens or odontoid process which protrudes from the cranial part of the body of the axis and articulates with the ventral arch of the atlas.

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dens en dente

a malformed tooth consisting of an invagination of the enamel, dentine and pulp within the tooth bud, appearing as a tooth within a tooth.

dens hypoplasia

see atlantoaxial subluxation.

dens lupinus

first premolar tooth in the horse. Always vestigial, often missing. Called also wolf tooth.

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Patient discussion about dens hypoplasia.

Q. what are the sources for high density lipoprotein? I have heard that high density lipoprotein is good for heart. What differences does it make in heart’s health and what are the sources for high density lipoprotein?

A. Hi Liam, it is very important that we have high density lipoprotein (HDL) in our body. The fact is that the HDL is formed inside the body. They are known as good cholesterol as they are famous for their protection for heart against the heart diseases. It has been found that Vitamin B3 or Niacin consumption increases the count of HDL. It’s good to cut on the diet having more of saturated fats and oils, which increases the chances of heart attack.