12 Questions
How many deciduous (primary) teeth are there in a human being?
20
What is the function of the incisors in deciduous (primary) teeth?
Support of the lips
What is the function of the deciduous molars?
Chewing and grinding food
How many canines are present in deciduous (primary) teeth?
2
How many permanent (secondary) teeth are there in a human being?
32
How do canines in deciduous (primary) teeth function?
Support of the lips
Which type of teeth function in cutting food, articulating speech, and supporting the lips?
Incisors
How many permanent incisors are present in the upper dental arch?
Four
How many permanent molars are present in the lower dental arch?
Six
What is another name for premolars?
Bicuspids
Which teeth are designated as the cornerstones of the dental arch?
Canines
How many primary molars are present per side according to the dental formula?
Two upper and two lower
Test your knowledge of human dentition with this quiz covering the terminology of deciduous (primary) and permanent (secondary) teeth. Learn about the different types of teeth and their distribution in the upper and lower jaws.
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