Quiz 1 Flashcards
Single roots are found on what teeth?
Incisors, canines and some premolars
Two roots with a bifurcation are found on what teeth?
some premolars and molars
Three roots with a trifurcation are found in what teeth?
Maxillary molars
What is the alveolar process?
The location in the jaw where roots are held
The bone of the tooth socket is called what?
Aveolus
Deciduous teeth form after how many weeks in utero?
16
When do primary teeth first appear?
About 6 months
When does the last primary tooth appear?
About 24 months
What primary teeth generally appear first?
Mandibular anterior central incisors
How long does mixed dentition last?
About 6-12 years
When do permanent maxillary anterior incisors erupt?
7-8 yrs
When do permanent max lateral incisors erupt?
8-9 years
When do permanent max canines erupt?
11-12 yrs
When do permanent bicuspids erupt?
10-12 years
When do 3rd molars erupt?
17-21 yrs
When do max molars erupt?
6-7 yrs, and 12-13 yrs
When do mand central incisors erupt?
6-7 yrs
When do mand laterals erupt?
7-8 yrs
When do mand canines erupt?
9-10
What are three tooth numbering systems we covered?
Palmer, FDI, and Universal
The palmer numbering system is used how? Describe it…
Teeth are labeled 1-8 and a 90 degree angle is drawn depicting the quadrant
What are the numbers of deciduous maxillary teeth?
A-J