Teeth and functions
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6 months after birth
When does teeth eruption begins at?
third
Wisdom teeth are the _______molars, present only in adults
Premolar
Bicuspid, used to tear & pulverize food, designated by P
Canine tooth
Cuspid, used for tearing, designated by the letter C in dental formulas
Incisor
Used to cut or bite, t and s sounds
2.1.2.3 / 2.1.2.3
What is the formula for adult dentition
6-8 years
When does adult teeth erupt
permanent teeth
adult teeth 32 (2 incisors, 1 canine, 2 premolars, 3 molars)
deciduous teeth, primary
baby teeth 20 (2 incisors, 1 canine, 0 premolars, 2 molars)
mandibular
bottom teeth called
Molar
strongest tooth specialized for chewing, grinding (have 4- 5 cusps)
maxillary teeth
top teeth called
