mulberry molar

mulberry molar,

a malformed first molar characterized by dwarfing of the cusps and hypertrophy of the enamel surrounding the cusp with agglomeration of masses of globules, giving it the appearance of a mulberry. It is seen in congenital syphilis and certain other diseases. Also called mulberry tooth.

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molar,

n 1. a reference solution in which the concentration is stated with regard to the number of gram molecular weights per liter of solution.
2. a tooth adapted for grinding by having a broad, somewhat ridged surface. It is one of the 12 teeth located in the posterior aspect of the maxillary and mandibular arches.

molar, mulberry,

n a malformed first molar with a crown, suggesting the appearance of a mulberry. It may be a manifestation of congenital syphilis, although other diseases affecting the enamel organ during morphodifferentiation may produce a similar lesion.

molar sheath,

n a rectangular metallic tube soldered or welded to the molar bands.

molars, second,

n the molars posterior to the first molars and anterior to the third molars (wisdom teeth); also known as 12-year molars.