Pulp
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Tissue containing nerves and blood vessels that fills the chamber at the center of the tooth.
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Blood vesselsHollow tubes that transport blood throughout the body; includes arteries, veins, and capillaries.
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TissueA group of cells that are specialized to do a certain job and are joined together to form a body structure, such as muscle or kidney.
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DentinThe layer of hardened tooth tissue under the enamel and around the pulp.
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Root canalA channel in the root of the tooth that contains the pulp.