Mandibular Permanent Molars Overview
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How many permanent molars are there per dental quadrant in the mandibular arch?

  • 4
  • 5
  • 2
  • 3 (correct)

The buccal aspect of the mandibular first molar shows four cusps.

False (B)

At what age does the eruption of the mandibular first molar usually occur?

6 years

Mandibular molars differ from maxillary molars in having ______ roots.

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Match the characteristics with the correct mandibular permanent molar.

<p>First Molar = Eruption at 6 years Second Molar = Eruption at 12 years Third Molar = Eruption at 17-21 years All Molars = Largest teeth in the mandibular arch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is associated with the five-cusped pattern of lower molars in anthropoid apes?

<p>DRYOPITHECUS Pattern (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The pulp cavity of mandibular molars typically consists of two pulp canals.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the names of the two roots of the mandibular molars?

<p>mesial and distal</p> Signup and view all the answers

The pulp morphology of the mandibular molars usually has a pulp horn under each _____

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Match the following terms to their descriptions:

<p>Y5 Pattern = A variant of the DRYOPITHECUS Pattern Cruciate system = Formed when mesiobuccal and distolingual cusps meet Mesial root = Houses two pulp canals Distal root = Houses one larger pulp canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many pulp canals are typically found in the distal root of the mandibular second molar?

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The occlusal outline of the mandibular second molar is more rectangular than that of the mandibular first molar.

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What is the age range for enamel completion of the mandibular third molar?

<p>12 – 16 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

The crown of the mandibular second molar appears smaller than that of the _____________ molar.

<p>mandibular first</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following features with the correct tooth:

<p>Distal cusp present = Mandibular first molar Fissure extends between buccal cusps = Mandibular second molar Irregular groove pattern = Mandibular third molar Four pulp horns = Mandibular second molar</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following characteristics applies to the mandibular third molar?

<p>Shorter roots than the second molar (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cusp is the largest of the three distal cusps when viewed from the distal surface?

<p>Distolingual cusp (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The contact area of the mandibular second molar is located at a higher level compared to the mandibular first molar.

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What is the evidence of calcification for the mandibular first molar?

<p>2 – 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

The distal marginal ridge is wider than the mesial marginal ridge.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The occlusal surface of the mandibular third molar has a very _____________ appearance.

<p>wrinkled</p> Signup and view all the answers

What shape does the crown outline form?

<p>Pentagonal</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many cusps does the crown of a mandibular third molar typically have?

<p>Four or Five (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The cervical third of the distal surface is relatively __________.

<p>flat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following cusps with their characteristics:

<p>Mesiobuccal cusp = Wider than lingual cusps Distobuccal cusp = Joined to mesiolingual cusp in 90% of cases Distal cusp = Smallest cusp Mesiolingual cusp = Higher and more pointed than buccal cusps</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the shape of the groove separating the lingual and buccal cusps?

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The occlusal table tapers lingually and labially.

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Where are the two fossae located in relation to the central fossa?

<p>Mesial Triangular Fossa and Distal Triangular Fossa</p> Signup and view all the answers

The __________ cusp is displaced slightly towards the buccal surface.

<p>Distal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which groove bisects the Distal Marginal Ridge?

<p>Distal Marginal Groove (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cusp is the widest of the buccal cusps?

<p>Mesiobuccal cusp (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The mesiolingual and distolingual cusps are of significantly different sizes.

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What is the function of the mesio-buccal groove?

<p>It separates the mesio-buccal and disto-buccal cusps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The distal cusp is much more ______ compared to the other two cusps.

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Match the following cusps with their characteristics:

<p>Mesiobuccal cusp = Widest buccal cusp Distobuccal cusp = Approximately equal in length to mesiobuccal Distal cusp = Smaller and more conical Mesiolingual cusp = Higher and more conical than mesiobuccal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the mesio-buccal groove terminate?

<p>Buccal pit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The buccal surface of the tooth is predominantly flat.

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What creates the bifurcation on the tooth's root?

<p>Bifurcation groove</p> Signup and view all the answers

The cervical line tends to curve _______ about 1mm in the center of the mesial surface.

<p>occlusally</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the tooth shows a flat or concave surface cervically?

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Flashcards

Mandibular Permanent Molars

The largest teeth in the mandibular arch, acting as chewing tools, with three per quadrant, progressively decreasing in size posteriorly.

Mandibular vs. Maxillary Molars

Mandibular molars have two roots, originate from five cusps, wider mesio-distally, and a cross-shaped fissure pattern. Lingual cusps are equal size, and buccal cusps are shifted lingually.

Mandibular First Molar Eruption

The first permanent molars typically erupt around age 6, marked by calcification starting at birth and enamel completion at around age 3, and root completion around age 9-10.

Mandibular First Molar Buccal Aspect

Three cusps (mesio-buccal, disto-buccal, and distal) are visible from the buccal aspect, with the distal cusp being the smallest.

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Molar Size Progression

Permanent mandibular molars display a pattern of decreasing size from anterior to posterior within the same arch.

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Dryopithecus Pattern

A five-cusped pattern on the lower molars, characteristic of anthropoid apes and their ancestors.

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Y5 Pattern

Another name for the Dryopithecus Pattern

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Dryopithecines

Early ancestors of the anthropoid apes.

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Mandibular Molars

Lower teeth; two roots, a pulp cavity, with pulp canals beneath each cusp (5 in total).

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Pulp Canals

The canals within the root of the tooth where the pulp is located.

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Mesiobuccal Cusp

The widest buccal cusp, located on the mesial side of the tooth.

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Mesiobuccal Developmental Groove

A fissure separating the mesiobuccal and distobuccal cusps, originating from the central fossa.

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Lingual Cusps

The cusps on the lingual (tongue) surface of the tooth; mesiolingual and distolingual.

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Lingual Developmental Groove

Fissure between the lingual cusps, originating from the central pit.

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Mesial Marginal Ridge (MMR)

Ridge formed by the junction of mesial buccal and mesiolingual cusps, often V-shaped.

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Mesial Root

The root on the mesial side of the tooth.

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Buccocervical Ridge

A slight bulge on the mesial surface in the cervical third.

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Distal Cusp

The smallest, more conical cusp on the distal side of the tooth.

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Distobuccal Developmental Groove

Fissure separating distobuccal cusp from the distal cusp.

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Root Bifurcation Groove

Groove on the root trunk, aligned with the lingual developmental groove.

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Distal Marginal Ridge (DMR)

A ridge on the distal surface of a tooth, connecting the distal and distolingual cusps.

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Distolingual Cusp

The largest distal cusp, viewed from the distal surface of a tooth.

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Distal Surface Convexity

The distal surface of the tooth curves outwards more than the mesial surface due to the distal cusp.

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Distobuccal Groove

A groove separating the distobuccal and distal cusps on the distal surface of a tooth.

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Distal Contact Area

The contact point between adjacent teeth on the distal surface, centered over the distal root.

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Occlusal Table's Shape

The occlusal surface, the top of the tooth's crown, is pentagonal in shape.

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Mesiodistal Occlusal Fissure (MOF)

A groove dividing the occlusal surface into lingual and buccal sections.

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Lingual Cusps (Height)

The lingual cusps, on the side closest to the tongue, are taller and sharper than the buccal cusps.

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Central Fossa (Concave Area)

The central fossa is a concave area formed by the slopes of the different cusps

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Mesial & Distal Triangular Fossae

Additional depressions (fossae) on the occlusal surface, next to the central fossa.

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Mandibular 1st Molar Pulp Morphology

The mandibular first molar has three pulp canals, with two often in the distal root and one in the mesial root.

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Mandibular 2nd Molar Roots

The second molar's roots are shorter, converge more, and lean more distally than the first molar's roots.

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2nd Molar Cusp Count

The mandibular second molar typically has four cusps, near equal size.

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Mandibular 3rd Molar Crown Shape

The third molar's crown is usually rounded rectangle or circular with four, sometimes five, cusps.

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Mandibular 3rd Molar Roots

Third molar roots are generally shorter and sharply inclined distally, compared to other molars.

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Mandibular 2nd Molar Occlusal Outline

The occlusal surface of the second molar is generally rectangular.

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Enamel Completion (2nd Molar)

Enamel completion on the second molar typically occurs between 12-16 years of age.

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Mandibular 1st Molar Buccal Cusps

The first molar, buccal view, features two equal sized buccal cusps.

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Third Molar Eruption

Third molars typically erupt between 17-21 years old.

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Pulp Horn Count (2nd Molar)

Mandibular second molars have four pulp horns.

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Study Notes

Mandibular Permanent Molars

  • Mandibular permanent molars are the largest teeth in the mandibular arch
  • They function as chewing/ grinding tools
  • Three molars per dental quadrant
  • Size progressively decreases posteriorly
  • Crowns shorter cervico-occlusally than mandibular anterior teeth

Differences Between Mandibular and Maxillary Molars

  • Mandibular molars have two roots
  • Derived from five cusps
  • Crowns wider mesio-distally
  • Fissure pattern generally cross-shaped
  • Lingual cusps of more equal size
  • Buccal cusp tips shifted lingually, showing more buccal view occlusally

Mandibular First Molar

  • Evidence of Calcification: Birth
  • Enamel Completed: 3 years
  • Eruption: 6 years
  • Root Completed: 9-10 years
  • Usually the first permanent teeth to erupt
  • Buccal View: Three cusps (mesio-buccal, disto-buccal, distal)
  • Distal cusp smallest
  • Mesiobuccal cusp widest
  • Fissure separates mesio-buccal and disto-buccal cusps
  • Mesiobuccal groove originates from central fossa and terminates in buccal pit halfway down occluso-gingival height
  • Mesiobuccal and distobuccal cusps approximately equal in length
  • Distal cusp more conical and smaller
  • Distal cusp separated from distobuccal cusp by Distobuccal developmental groove
  • Buccal surface markedly convex, especially at cervical third
  • Convexity associated with lingual inclination of buccal cusps
  • Mesial and distal crown profiles converge toward cervical third
  • Lingual Aspect: Two lingual cusps (mesiolingual and distolingual)

Mandibular Second Molar

  • Evidence of Calcification: 2-3 years
  • Enamel Completed: 7-8 years
  • Eruption: 11-13 years
  • Root Completed: 14-15 years
  • Buccal Aspect: Crown smaller than first molar, two buccal cusps equal mesiodistally, fissure between cusps
  • Lingual Aspect: Less lingual convergence than first molar
  • Crown noticeably shorter than first molar
  • Mesial Aspect: Resembles the first molar mesial view, mesial marginal ridge not as converging, contact area lower
  • Distal Aspect: No distal cusp; resembles mesial view, contact area lower, centered buccolingually and cervico-occlusally
  • Occlusal View: Occlusal outline more rectangular, usually no fifth cusp, four cusps nearly equal in size

Mandibular Third Molar

  • Introduction: Variable/ unpredictable morphology, smallest but can be large as first molar, crown has four or five cusps, mesial cusps larger, normally rounded rectangle or circular shape
  • Evidence of Calcification: 8-10 years
  • Enamel Completed: 12-16 years
  • Eruption: 17-21 years
  • Root Completed: 18-25 years
  • Occlusal Surface: Wrinkled appearance, irregular groove pattern, numerous pits
  • Roots: Usually shorter than those of second molars, acutely inclined to the distal side, very close/ often fused

Roots and Pulp Morphology

  • Two roots: mesial and distal, from a common root stalk
  • Roots flattened mesiodistally
  • Mesial root usually deeply grooved
  • Both roots curve distally
  • Pulp cavity of a pulp chamber and three pulp canals generally
  • Mesial root houses two pulp canals (mesiobuccal and mesiolingual), distal root houses one larger canal
  • Pulp horn under each cusp (ie 5 horns)
  • Occasionally four root/pulp canals, distal root sometimes has two (distobuccal and distolingual canal)

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