Dental Anatomy Introduction

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When does the primary or deciduous dentition begin to form in utero?

At about 14 weeks in utero

What marks the beginning of the transition or mixed dentition period?

The emergence of permanent teeth into the mouth, starting at about 6 years of age

What is the mean age at which the first teeth in the deciduous dentition begin to appear in the oral cavity?

6 months

How long does the transition period, in which there is a mixture of deciduous and succedaneous teeth present, last?

<p>From about 6 to 12 years of age</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of dental anatomy, physiology, and occlusion defined as?

<p>The study of the development, morphology, function, and identity of each of the teeth in the human dentitions, as well as the way in which the teeth relate in shape, form, structure, color, and function to the other teeth in the same dental arch and to the teeth in the opposing arch</p> Signup and view all the answers