Dentition Flashcards
1
Q
Humans are?
A
Omnivours
2
Q
The four front teeth in our jaw are called?
A
Incisors
3
Q
In the corners of our mouth are our?
A
Canines
4
Q
Behind the canines are our?
A
Premolars
5
Q
The teeth furthest back in our mouth are our?
A
Molars
6
Q
Third molars are often called?
A
Wisdom teeth
7
Q
What is the top of our tooth called?
A
The crown
8
Q
What are the bottom part of our teeth called?
A
The root
9
Q
A 4 year old child has …. milk teeth
A
20
10
Q
An adult has … permanent teeth
A
32
11
Q
What is at the centre of our teeth?
A
Pulp
12
Q
What does the pulp do?
A
It keeps the tooth alive and in place in the bony surroundings
13
Q
What is the hardest substance in our bodies?
A
Enamel
