What is another word for mesial?
Pronunciation: [mˈiːzɪəl] (IPA) 
Mesial is a term that is commonly used in the dental world to describe a specific direction or position. It refers to the area or side of a tooth that is closest to the midline of the dental arch. When dentists use the word mesial, they typically are talking about teeth that are closer to the front of the mouth or toward the center of the jaw. Synonyms for mesial include central, medial, or midline. These words are often used interchangeably by doctors and dentists, particularly when describing the orientation of teeth or other anatomical structures in the mouth.
