CH 12: Tooth Morphology Flashcards
1
Q
The ____ are the major elevation on the masticatory surfaces of canine and posterior teeth.
A
Cusp.
2
Q
The ____ are the raised, rounded area on the cervical third of the lingual surface.
A
Cingulum.
3
Q
_____ is the study of form and shape, as of he teeth.
A
Morphology.
4
Q
The _____ _____ is a rounded, raised border on the mesial and distal portions of the lingual surfaces of anterior teeth and the occlusal table of posterior teeth.
A
Marginal ridge.
5
Q
The _____ are rounded enamel extension on the incisal ridges of incisors.
A
Mamelons.
6
Q
The cusps, cingulum, and mamalons are all crown ______.
A
Crown elevations.
7
Q
The ____ are wide, shallow depression on the lingual surfaces of anterior teeth.
A
Fossa.
8
Q
The fossa, sulcus, and pit are all crown ______.
A
Crown depressions.
