Usage Note
Zahnhals is the narrowed junction between the crown and root of a tooth, covered by the gum. Exposed Zahnhälse cause dental sensitivity (empfindliche Zahnhälse); this is a frequent topic in toothpaste advertising and dental hygiene articles.
Examples
"Freiliegende Zahnhälse reagieren empfindlich auf kalte Getränke."
Natural Translation
Exposed tooth necks are sensitive to cold drinks.
Literal Translation
Exposed tooth-necks react sensitively to cold drinks.
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