Dental Knowledge

Front

Permanent dentition or "adult teeth" consists of how many teeth?

Back

32

Front

Which teeth are sometimes called the "eye" teeth?

Back

canines

Front

When a mouth is divided into fourths, the parts are referred to as?

Back

quadrant

Front

Which proximal surface of a tooth is closest to the midline of the body?

Back

mesial

Front

How many premolars are in a permanent dentition?

Back

8

Front

What is the vertical movement of a tooth into its functional position in the mouth called?

Back

eruption

Front

The labial surface is the facial tooth surface closest to which area?

Back

lips

Front

Which type of dentist is concerned with the correction and prevention of irregularities and malocclusion of the teeth, normally using braces and other appliances for correction?

Back

Orthodontist

Front

Which type of dentist is concerned with the diagnosis and surgery of diseases and injuries located in the oral and maxillofacial regions?

Back

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Front

Which type of dentist is mainly concerned with finding suitable substitutes for teeth? Options: Orthodonist, Prosthodontist, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, General Dentist

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Prosthodontist