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Tooth, Impacted

Medical Definition: A tooth that is prevented from erupting by a physical barrier, usually other teeth. Impaction may also result from orientation of the tooth in an other than vertical position in the periodontal structures.
Guide Notes: do not confuse with TOOTH, UNERUPTED

Tooth, Impacted Medical Definitions and Terms

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