Overview of Primary Teeth
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What is the common term used for the first set of primary teeth?

  • Adult teeth
  • Wisdom teeth
  • Baby teeth (correct)
  • Adult dentition

Which of the following terms is an older expression for primary dentition?

  • Permanent dentition
  • Juvenile dentition
  • Mixed dentition
  • Deciduous dentition (correct)

What is the term 'primary dentition' commonly used to describe?

  • The first set of adult teeth
  • Teeth that are lost during teenage years
  • The first set of primary teeth (correct)
  • Permanent teeth that replace baby teeth

Which statement is NOT true about primary dentition?

<p>It is commonly referred to as adult teeth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many primary teeth are typically present in the primary dentition?

<p>20 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Primary Teeth Overview

  • The first set of teeth in humans is known as primary dentition.
  • Commonly referred to as "baby teeth," primary teeth play a crucial role in the development of a child's mouth.
  • The term "deciduous dentition" is an older term used to describe primary dentition, although it is less frequently used today.
  • Primary teeth typically begin to erupt around six months of age and help guide the proper placement of permanent teeth.

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This quiz covers essential information about primary teeth, also known as baby teeth. You'll learn about their role in a child's oral development, the timing of their eruption, and the concept of deciduous dentition. Test your knowledge on this vital aspect of pediatric dentistry.

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