10 Questions
What is the function of maxillary and mandibular canines?
Supporting the incisors and premolars
Why are maxillary and mandibular canines referred to as 'Corner Stone' of the dental arch teeth?
They provide efficient anchorage
What distinguishes the crowns of maxillary and mandibular canines from other teeth?
They have well-formed cusps
What is the significance of the canine eminence related to maxillary canines?
It supports natural facial expression
How do the labiolingual and mesiodistal measurements of maxillary canine crown compare to those of the central incisor?
Labiolingual measurement is greater and mesiodistal measurement is less
What are the maxillary and mandibular canines referred to as due to their significant role in the dental arch?
Keystones
What is the term used to describe the middle labial lobes of the canines that have been highly developed incisally into strong well-formed cusps?
Cuspid eminence
In which view does the mesial half of the maxillary canine resemble a portion of the lateral incisor?
Labial view
What property of maxillary and mandibular canines makes them the most stable teeth in the mouth?
Self-cleansing property
What is the approximate difference in labiolingual and mesiodistal measurements between the crown of maxillary canine and that of the central incisor?
+1mm labiolingually, -1mm mesiodistally
Study Notes
Functions and Characteristics of Maxillary and Mandibular Canines
- Maxillary and mandibular canines function as the "Corner Stone" of the dental arch teeth due to their significant role in supporting the dental arch.
- The crowns of maxillary and mandibular canines are distinguished from other teeth by their single, well-developed cusp.
- The canine eminence, a prominent feature related to maxillary canines, is the bulge on the facial surface of the maxilla above the root of the maxillary canine.
- The labiolingual measurement of the maxillary canine crown is greater than that of the central incisor, while the mesiodistal measurement is smaller.
- Maxillary and mandibular canines are referred to as "Pillars" of the dental arch due to their significant role in supporting the dental arch.
- The term used to describe the middle labial lobes of the canines that have been highly developed incisally into strong well-formed cusps is "Incisal Mamelons".
- In the mesial view, the mesial half of the maxillary canine resembles a portion of the lateral incisor.
- Maxillary and mandibular canines are the most stable teeth in the mouth due to their long, narrow roots and strong periodontal support.
- The approximate difference in labiolingual and mesiodistal measurements between the crown of maxillary canine and that of the central incisor is 0.5-1.0 mm and 1.0-1.5 mm, respectively.
Test your knowledge about the characteristics and functions of maxillary and mandibular canines, also known as cuspids, which are important teeth in the dental arch. Learn about their features and role in the mouth.
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