Meaning & use

Incisal

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Relating to or located at the cutting edge of the front teeth, especially the incisors.

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The dentist examined the incisal edge of the chipped tooth.

Excessive grinding had worn down the incisal surfaces of her front teeth.

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A specialized dental term derived from 'incisor,' the front teeth used for cutting food.

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cutting

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