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What is the primary function of teeth in the oral cavity?
What is the primary function of teeth in the oral cavity?
- Sensing temperature changes
- Regulating blood flow
- Producing saliva
- Facilitating digestion through chewing (correct)
Which type of teeth is primarily present at birth?
Which type of teeth is primarily present at birth?
- Permanent teeth
- Wisdom teeth
- Primary teeth (correct)
- Incisors
Why is understanding dental anatomy important for patient management?
Why is understanding dental anatomy important for patient management?
- It helps in selecting cosmetic procedures only
- It is necessary for treating trauma cases exclusively
- It is relevant only for orthodontic treatments
- It provides a foundation for preventing and diagnosing oral diseases (correct)
What aspect of systemic disease is relevant to oral health?
What aspect of systemic disease is relevant to oral health?
Which of the following best describes craniofacial anatomy related to dentistry?
Which of the following best describes craniofacial anatomy related to dentistry?
What forms the outer surface of the anatomical crown of a tooth?
What forms the outer surface of the anatomical crown of a tooth?
What is the primary function of teeth?
What is the primary function of teeth?
Which layer of the tooth is described as a layer of connective tissue surrounding the root?
Which layer of the tooth is described as a layer of connective tissue surrounding the root?
What is the significance of the mineral composition of enamel?
What is the significance of the mineral composition of enamel?
Which dental notation is typically used for identifying primary teeth?
Which dental notation is typically used for identifying primary teeth?
What is the term used to describe the different types of dentitions in humans?
What is the term used to describe the different types of dentitions in humans?
Which of the following structures is not part of the basic tooth structure?
Which of the following structures is not part of the basic tooth structure?
Which of the following statements about the cervical margin of enamel is true?
Which of the following statements about the cervical margin of enamel is true?
What connects the alveolar bone and cementum while acting as a shock absorber for the teeth?
What connects the alveolar bone and cementum while acting as a shock absorber for the teeth?
What contains nerve fibers, blood vessels, and lymph within the tooth structure?
What contains nerve fibers, blood vessels, and lymph within the tooth structure?
What tissue surrounds the bone of both jaws and helps prevent debris from entering at the necks of the teeth?
What tissue surrounds the bone of both jaws and helps prevent debris from entering at the necks of the teeth?
What is the primary function of a layer of pale, yellow calcified tissue covering the root?
What is the primary function of a layer of pale, yellow calcified tissue covering the root?
Which part of the tooth resembles bone in composition and is capable of repairing itself?
Which part of the tooth resembles bone in composition and is capable of repairing itself?
What is the section of the tooth found in the root known as?
What is the section of the tooth found in the root known as?
How does the arrangement of teeth in a fully developed dentition relate to the surrounding soft tissue?
How does the arrangement of teeth in a fully developed dentition relate to the surrounding soft tissue?
What unique property does dentin possess compared to enamel?
What unique property does dentin possess compared to enamel?
Which term best describes the structure that surrounds and supports the tooth?
Which term best describes the structure that surrounds and supports the tooth?
What is the primary function of enamel in tooth structure?
What is the primary function of enamel in tooth structure?
How many primary teeth are typically present in a child's mouth?
How many primary teeth are typically present in a child's mouth?
Which type of tooth is primarily used for biting and cutting food?
Which type of tooth is primarily used for biting and cutting food?
What is the significance of the roots and cusps in the function of teeth?
What is the significance of the roots and cusps in the function of teeth?
What is another name for primary dentition?
What is another name for primary dentition?
Which dental notation system uses quadrant numbers to identify teeth?
Which dental notation system uses quadrant numbers to identify teeth?
What is the role of the periodontal ligament?
What is the role of the periodontal ligament?
How many teeth are typically present in primary dentition?
How many teeth are typically present in primary dentition?
Which type of teeth are not included in the permanent dentition?
Which type of teeth are not included in the permanent dentition?
Which of the following types of teeth typically have multiple roots?
Which of the following types of teeth typically have multiple roots?
What structure is primarily responsible for the sensation of pain and temperature in teeth?
What structure is primarily responsible for the sensation of pain and temperature in teeth?
What distinguishes central incisors from lateral incisors?
What distinguishes central incisors from lateral incisors?
In which quadrant of dental morphology would you find the first premolar?
In which quadrant of dental morphology would you find the first premolar?
In the Palmer notation for dental mapping, what letter is assigned to the central incisor in the primary dentition?
In the Palmer notation for dental mapping, what letter is assigned to the central incisor in the primary dentition?
Which term describes teeth that are replaced by permanent teeth?
Which term describes teeth that are replaced by permanent teeth?
What is a distinguishing feature of molars compared to other teeth?
What is a distinguishing feature of molars compared to other teeth?
How can one identify if a tooth is maxillary or mandibular?
How can one identify if a tooth is maxillary or mandibular?
Flashcards
Tooth Anatomy
Tooth Anatomy
The structure and parts of a tooth, including enamel, dentin, pulp, and cementum.
Primary Teeth
Primary Teeth
The first set of teeth in humans, also known as baby teeth, which later fall out.
Permanent Teeth
Permanent Teeth
The set of teeth that replace primary teeth, typically emerge around age 6 and continue into early adulthood.
Tooth Morphology
Tooth Morphology
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Oral Health
Oral Health
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Basic Structure of a Tooth
Basic Structure of a Tooth
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Enamel
Enamel
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Dentin
Dentin
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Pulp
Pulp
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Cementum
Cementum
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Functions of Teeth
Functions of Teeth
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Terminology of Tooth Morphology
Terminology of Tooth Morphology
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Dental Notations
Dental Notations
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Periodontal Ligament
Periodontal Ligament
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Dental Pulp
Dental Pulp
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Alveolar Bone
Alveolar Bone
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Gingiva
Gingiva
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Apical Foramen
Apical Foramen
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Primary Dentition
Primary Dentition
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Permanent Dentition
Permanent Dentition
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Tooth Identification
Tooth Identification
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Types of Teeth
Types of Teeth
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Maxillary Tooth
Maxillary Tooth
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Mandibular Tooth
Mandibular Tooth
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Incisor Types
Incisor Types
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Structure of the Tooth
Structure of the Tooth
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Dental Terminology
Dental Terminology
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Palmer Notation
Palmer Notation
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FDI Notation
FDI Notation
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Root Canal
Root Canal
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Study Notes
GDC Learning Outcomes
- Describe oral diseases and their relevance to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
- Explain general and systemic disease and their relevance to oral health
- Describe relevant and appropriate dental, oral, craniofacial, and general anatomy, and explain their application to patient management
Aim
- Enable students to recognize dental terminology associated with tooth anatomy and morphology
- Introduce the concept of primary and permanent teeth, their functions, and placement within the oral cavity
Intended Learning Outcomes
- Recognize and describe the basic structure of a tooth and its surrounding tissues
- List the functions of the teeth
- Describe the terminology used in tooth morphology to recognize various landmarks on the tooth surface
- Revise the various dental notations of primary and secondary teeth used clinically
- Identify different dentitions and the teeth associated with them
Assessment
- Formative: Question & Answer, Learning Activities, Workbook
- Summative: Questions in eAssessment
Clinical Skills Laboratory Session
- Resources: Primary upper and lower jaws, Permanent upper and lower jaws
Basic Tooth Structure
- Enamel: Forms the outer surface of the anatomical crown; most densely mineralized and hardest substance in the body. Composition: 96% inorganic, 4% organic, and water. High mineral content resists wear. Thickest at the incisal/occlusal areas, thinnest at the cervical margin.
- Dentine: Forms the bulk of the tooth; tough, slightly elastic, and yellow in color; capable of reacting to injury and stimuli; can repair itself by laying down a tertiary layer.
- Cementum: A layer of pale, yellow calcified tissue covering the root, resembles bone in composition. Main function is to give attachment for fibers.
- Pulp: Soft, fleshy connective tissue containing nerve fibers, blood vessels, and lymph; enters through the apical foramen in the crown.
- Root Canal: The part of the pulp in the root of the tooth
Functions of Teeth
- Specialized functions of different types of teeth:
- Number of teeth in each dentition
- Location within the arch
- Specific functions
- Number of roots/cusps and importance
Dental Terminology
- Watch the video: "Basic Dental Anatomy for First Year Students" (link provided)
Learner Task
- Complete the Dental Terminology section in your workbook
- Research any unfamiliar terminology
Dental Notation
- Palmer Notation: Used for primary and permanent dentitions; different notations for each
- FDI Notation: Also used for primary and permanent dentitions; different notations for each
Different Dentitions
- Number of dentitions
Why is it important to know about tooth morphology and different dentitions?
Primary Dentition
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Also known as
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Number of teeth
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Names of teeth
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Configuration in each quadrant
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Permanent Dentition*
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Also known as
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Number of teeth
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Names of teeth
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Configuration in each quadrant
How do I identify a tooth?
- Primary or permanent
- Incisor, canine, premolar, or molar
- Maxillary or mandibular
- Central/lateral incisor
- First/second premolar
- First/second/third molar
Resources/Further Reading
- Links to videos and websites for further information on tooth morphology, anatomy, and terminology.
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