Types of Teeth
There are several different types of teeth. Each has its own job. |
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| INCISORS |
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8 front teeth 4 on the top and 4 on the bottom. Shaped for biting
& cutting. |
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| CUSPIDS |
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4 teeth located on either side of the incisors. 2 on the top and 2 on the
bottom. Shaped for tearing food. |
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| BICUSPIDS |
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8 located behind
cuspids. 4 on the top and 4 on the bottom. Shaped
for crushing food. |
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| MOLARS |
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8
- Double rooted
teeth with bumpy
chewing surfaces. 4
on the top & 4
on the bottom.
Shaped for grinding
food. |
