Development and eruption Flashcards
Which population often has shovel shaped incisors?
Asian/Native Alaskan Populations
What does chronological eruption indicate?
Age and Development of Dentition
Is there a lot of variability regarding tooth formation, shape, size, color, etc. that dentists need to adapt to?
Yes
If one has less developed enamel, are they more or less susceptible to decay?
More
What is enamel hypoplasia?
Pitting/holes due to malformation of enamel
What is systemic fluorosis?
Over exposure to fluoride
Hypocalcifications can give what?
can give a basis for estimating time of defect
True or False: Eruption is only defined as a tooth’s emergence through gingiva
FALSE- also includes until it makes contact with opposing arch
When does a tooth stop erupting?
When it makes occlusal contact with opposing tooth
What is a synonym for eruption?
Emergence
How long does it take for primary dentition to be completed?
2-3 years
What is another name for enamel organ?
Dental Organ
What is the origin of the developing tooth, that is responsible for initiation of dentin formation, formation of enamel, and establishment of the shape of tooth’s crown?
Enamel organ
Does the Enamel Organ develop at the same time and rate?
no
Is it possible for some of the primary teeth to have root resorption while the crown is still developing?
Yes
What is more resistant to environmental influences, crown or root formation?
both are resistant
After the crown development ends, the root development forms the cementum at the cervix which covers what?
Dentin
Is the cementum more or less calcified than dentin?
less