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Which of the following defines the number of roots for maxillary first premolars?
Which of the following defines the number of roots for maxillary first premolars?
- One root
- Four roots
- Three roots
- Two roots (correct)
The crown of the mandibular second premolar appears closer to square than that of the first premolar.
The crown of the mandibular second premolar appears closer to square than that of the first premolar.
True (A)
What is the common characteristic of the lingual cusp of a maxillary first premolar?
What is the common characteristic of the lingual cusp of a maxillary first premolar?
The lingual cusp is shorter than the facial cusp.
The maxillary first and second premolars are developed from four ______.
The maxillary first and second premolars are developed from four ______.
How many pulp horns are typically present in a maxillary first premolar?
How many pulp horns are typically present in a maxillary first premolar?
What distinguishes the mandibular first premolar from other adult teeth?
What distinguishes the mandibular first premolar from other adult teeth?
What is a common variation present in the crown of mandibular first premolars?
What is a common variation present in the crown of mandibular first premolars?
How does the crown of the mandibular second premolar compare to that of the first premolar?
How does the crown of the mandibular second premolar compare to that of the first premolar?
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Study Notes
Maxillary Premolars
- Succession refers to the process by which one set of teeth is replaced by another as a child grows. In the context of maxillary premolars, this specifically pertains to replacing the deciduous molars, commonly known as baby teeth. The first and second maxillary premolars emerge to take their place, typically between the ages of 10 and 12. This transition is crucial for maintaining proper alignment and function of the dental arch, as well as for accommodating the developing facial structure. occurs from deciduous molars, specifically for first and second maxillary premolars.
- Developed from four lobes, similar to anterior teeth, characterized by two cusps and typically two roots.
- Lingual cusp is shorter than the facial cusp, with the tip of the lingual cusp angled slightly mesial.
- Crown resembles maxillary canine, but is shorter and narrower.
- Hexagonal occlusal surface distinguishes maxillary first premolar.
- Contains two pulp horns (one for each cusp) and usually two root canals (sometimes a single undivided root).
- First premolar has a mesial developmental depression; second premolar lacks this feature.
Mandibular Premolars
- Mandibular first premolars are longer than second premolars.
- Unique occlusal feature: distal contact point is positioned more occlusally than the mesial contact.
- Second mandibular premolar has a crown shape that appears closer to square and a shorter overall crown than the first premolar.
- Variations include oversized crowns, diminutive crowns and roots, and crowns that display unusual formations.
- Two-cusp type features one buccal and one lingual cusp; three-cusp type involves one buccal and two lingual cusps.
- Crown and root variations can include bifurcated roots and crowns with deep developmental grooves.
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