Tooth Morphology Flashcards
1
Q
how many teeth are in each quadrant of the permanent teeth and the primary?
A
permanent - 8
primary - 5
2
Q
what dont primary teeth have in comparison to permanent?
A
no premolars, 4 and 5
no third molar, 8
3
Q
first tooth to erupt for primary teeth?
A
mandibular incisor
4
Q
describe the enamel of deciduous teeth?
A
they are whiter and more opaque
more softer and permeable - prone to wear and decay
5
Q
what is a mamelon?
A
round protuberances on the incisal edge when the tooth is first erupting through the gum
6
Q
are mamelons present on deciduous teeth?
A
no not really, they’re present on permanent teeth
7
Q
describe the pulp chambers of deciduous teeth
A
larger than permanent
8
Q
Deciduous teeth have longer root:crown ratio?
A
yes
