Type & Surfaces Of Teeth Flashcards
Where is the lingual location?
Toward the tongue
Where is the facial location?
Toward the lips
Where is the occlusal surface location?
Back chewing surface
Where is the incisal surface location?
Front chewing surface
Where is the mesial surface location?
Interproximal surface closest to the midline
Where is the distal surface location?
Interproximal surface away from the midline
What is the function and location of the incisors?
Front of mouth\cutting food
What is the function and location of the premolars?
Back of mouth/ grasping and caring
What is the function and location of the canine?
Corner of mouth\cutting and tearing
What is the function and location of the molars?
Back of mouth\chewing and grinding