Teeth Flashcards
How many incisors are there?
8
How many bicuspids are there?
8
How many canines are there?
4
How many molars do you have?
8 (+ 4 if you have wisdom teeth)
What is the incisors’ main function?
Cutting
What is the canines’ main function?
Tearing
What is the bicuspids’ main function?
Chewing
What is the molars’ main function?
Grinding
What animal has canine teeth?
Dogs
What is the name of the inside of a tooth?
Pulp/dentine
What does pulp/dentine contain?
Nerves and Blood Vessels
What are the different types of teeth?
Incisors, Bicuspids, Canines, and Molars
What is the nerves’ function in the teeth?
They tell us when the tooth aches
What is the blood vessels’ function in the teeth?
They bring food and oxygen to the teeth
What is the name of the outside of the tooth?
Enamel