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What is the specific number assigned to the upper left third molar in the universal numbering system?
Which type of tooth is designated by adding a small (d) as a suffix to each number in the numbering system?
In the universal numbering system, which tooth would be labeled as #10d?
What does the term 'clinical crown' refer to?
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Which tooth corresponds to 'tooth A' in the deciduous dentition classification?
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What is unique about the numbering of deciduous teeth compared to permanent teeth in the universal numbering system?
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What is the term used to describe permanent teeth that replace exfoliated deciduous teeth?
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During the mixed dentition period, what must happen for a permanent tooth to erupt into a space occupied by a deciduous tooth?
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How many deciduous teeth are typically replaced by succedaneous teeth in the permanent dentition?
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What does the dental formula 'I C M = 5/5' represent in terms of deciduous dentition?
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In dentistry, what do numbering systems primarily serve as?
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How many types of teeth are present in each quadrant of deciduous dentition?
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At what age range does the natural process of resorption of deciduous roots typically occur?
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At what age do the deciduous teeth usually erupt into the mouth?
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How many total permanent teeth are there in a complete arch?
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What is the transitional phase called when both deciduous and permanent teeth are present?
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How many total teeth are present in the whole primary dentition?
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Which type of tooth is not present in the deciduous dentition?
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