15 Questions
How many permanent molars are there?
12
Which type of teeth are permanent molars?
Molars
At what age do the permanent maxillary molars erupt?
10-12 years
How many surfaces does a permanent maxillary molar have?
Five
What is the function of permanent molars?
Crushing and grinding food
What is the number of roots in permanent maxillary molars?
Three
Which type of permanent maxillary molar has a hexagonal or rectangular occlusal outline?
First molar
At what age does the eruption of permanent maxillary molars typically occur?
10-12 years
Which geometric outline best describes the buccal aspect of permanent maxillary molars?
Trapezoidal
What anatomical landmark is present on the buccal surface of permanent maxillary molars?
Cervical ridge
Permanent maxillary molars have a ______ occlusal outline
hexagonal or rectangular
The upper molars have ______ roots, while the lower molars have ______ roots
3, 2
The occlusal outline of the upper molars is described as ______ or ______
rhomboidal, heart
Permanent maxillary molars have ______ surfaces
five
The cervical outline of the buccal aspect of permanent maxillary molars is slightly ______ toward the root
convex
Test your knowledge of the surface anatomy of permanent maxillary molars, including the number of surfaces and roots, occlusal outline, and other key anatomical features.
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