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Dental Anatomy and Oral Health Assessment Flashcards

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  1. How many permanent teeth does a dentally complete adult typically have?

    Answer: 32

    Adults typically have 32 permanent teeth: 8 per quadrant including the third molar (wisdom tooth), for a total of 32.

  2. Which tooth surface faces the tongue?

    Answer: Lingual

    The lingual surface faces the tongue; the term comes from the Latin word 'lingua' meaning tongue.

  3. What is the hardest naturally occurring substance in the human body?

    Answer: Enamel

    Dental enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, composed of approximately 96% hydroxyapatite mineral crystals.

  4. The triangular space between two adjacent teeth is called the:

    Answer: Embrasure

    The embrasure is the V-shaped space between adjacent teeth that allows for food deflection away from the gingiva during chewing.

  5. Which teeth are referred to as the 'cornerstone' teeth of the dental arches?

    Answer: Canines (cuspids)

    Canines (cuspids) are called cornerstone teeth because they mark the transition from anterior to posterior segments and provide guidance in lateral excursions.

  6. What is the periodontal ligament (PDL)?

    Answer: Fibrous connective tissue connecting the tooth root to alveolar bone

    The periodontal ligament is composed of collagen fiber bundles that attach the tooth's cementum to the surrounding alveolar bone, acting as a shock absorber.