Mandibular First Molar Buccal Aspect
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Which cusp is the highest of all the cusps in the mandibular first molar?

  • Mesiolingual cusp (correct)
  • Distolingual cusp
  • Mesiobuccal cusp
  • Distobuccal cusp

    • Which buccal groove is longer and more likely to end in a deep pit at its cervical end?

  • Central groove
  • Distobuccal groove
  • Mesiobuccal groove (correct)
  • Lingual groove

    • Where is the mesial contact of the mandibular first molar located?

  • Middle third
  • Junction of middle and occlusal thirds (correct)
  • Occlusal third
  • Cervical third

    • Which feature of the mandibular first molar's roots is true?

    <p>Both roots are nearly twice as long as the crown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the distal root of the mandibular first molar?

    <p>It is straight and ends in a pointed apex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the order of cusp heights from longest to shortest in the mandibular first molar?

    <p>Mesiolingual, Distolingual, Mesiobuccal, Distobuccal, Distal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes the appearance of the mandibular first molar crown being tipped distally?

    <p>Greater distal crown bulge than mesial bulge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is found at the distal contact area of the mandibular first molar?

    <p>It is located in the middle third</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Buccal Aspect of Mandibular First Molar

    • The five cusps are visible from the buccal aspect, with the mesiolingual cusp being the longest and the distal cusp being the smallest.
    • The mesiobuccal cusp is the largest and widest on the buccal side, while the distobuccal cusp may be sharper.
    • The mesiolingual cusp is visible behind the mesiobuccal cusp, and the distolingual cusp tip is visible behind the distobuccal cusp.

    Buccal Grooves

    • There are two buccal grooves: the mesiobuccal and distobuccal grooves.
    • The mesiobuccal groove is longer and separates the mesiobuccal cusp from the distobuccal cusp, often ending in a deep pit at its cervical end.
    • The distobuccal groove is shorter and separates the distobuccal cusp from the distal cusp, also ending in a pit.

    Contact Points

    • The mesial contact is located more occlusally than the distal, close to the junction of the middle and occlusal thirds of the crown.
    • The distal contact is located more cervically, in the middle third of the crown.

    Crown Characteristics

    • The cervical lines of both mandibular first and second molars are often nearly straight across the buccal surface.
    • The crown tapers proportionally from the contact areas to the cervical line.
    • The occlusal outline slopes shorter cervically from mesial to distal, giving a tipped appearance.

    Roots

    • The mandibular first molar has two roots: a slightly longer mesial root and a distal root.
    • Both roots are nearly twice as long as the crown.
    • The root bifurcation is near the cervical line, resulting in a relatively short root trunk.
    • The mesial root is curved and twisted, with its apex in line with the mesiobuccal groove of the crown.
    • The distal root is usually straighter and ends in a more pointed apex.

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    This quiz covers the characteristics of the buccal aspect of a mandibular first molar tooth, including cusp heights and features.

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