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What is the definition or description of: fragile teeth?
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Fragile Teeth: Teeth which are easily broken or damaged. This may be a result of the teeth in question having extensive dental restorations, or an enamel matrix which is genetically weak or undermined by extensive decay.
Answered 9/16/2016
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