transitional dentition
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mix·ed den·ti·tion
(mikst den-tishŭn)Combination of primary and permanent teeth, usually present between ages 6 and 12 years when primary teeth are being replaced; starts with the eruption of the first permanent tooth.
Synonym(s): transitional dentition.
Synonym(s): transitional dentition.
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