How Are Human Teeth Named

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What is the name of the upper teeth?

The term, “maxillary”, is given to teeth in the upper jaw and “mandibular” to those in the lower jaw. There are four classes of teeth: incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.

What is the function of premolars?

Premolars Premolars, or bicuspids, are used for chewing and grinding food. Adults have four premolars on each side of their mouths — two on the upper and two on the lower jaw.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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