Tooth Anatomy and Numbering

Front

What is the posterior surface that contacts the cheek?

Back

Buccal

Front

The ______ surface is the most directly in contact with the tongue.

Back

Lingual

Front

Which surface is "towards the midline" and "towards the back of the mouth" in that respective order? Options: Incisal, Lingual; Mesial, Distal; Distal Mesial; Distal, Occlusal

Back

Mesial, Distal

Front

Which two surfaces are used for biting and/or chewing? Options: Incisal, Occlusal; Incisal, Buccal; Occlusal, Buccal; Lingual, Incisal

Back

Incisal, Occlusal

Front

What is the anterior surface of the teeth that contacts the lip?

Back

Facial

Front

What is the crown of the tooth made up of? Options: Alveolar Bone, Cementum, Dentin, Enamel

Back

Enamel

Front

What is dentin?

Back

hard yellow tissue under enamel and cementum; protects pulp and nerves

Front

What is cementum?

Back

Hard bone-like tissue outlining roots

Front

The purpose of the alveolar bone is all of the following except: Forms the tooth socket, structures and holds the roots in place, main structural support of the tooth.

Back

Delivers signals from pain or sensitization

Front

How many roots do maxillary (upper) molars have versus mandibular (lower)?

Back

Maxillary molars have 3 roots, while mandibular molars have 2 roots.