Dens
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Dens may refer to:
- Den (disambiguation)
- Dens (anatomy)Dens (anatomy)The dens is a protuberance of the axis . It exhibits a slight constriction or neck, where it joins the main body of the vertebra...
, also known as odontoid process or odontoid peg - ToothToothTeeth are small, calcified, whitish structures found in the jaws of many vertebrates that are used to break down food. Some animals, particularly carnivores, also use teeth for hunting or for defensive purposes. The roots of teeth are embedded in the Mandible bone or the Maxillary bone and are...