Which Molar Has 5 Cusps?

The mandibular first molar

has the largest mesiodistal dimension of any tooth. E,F It most often has five cusps: three buccal and two lingual (Fig. 5-3), but the small- est distal cusp may be absent about a fifth of the time (Fig.

Which of the following molars usually have 5 cusps?

There are usually five well-developed cusps on mandibular first molars: two on the buccal (side nearest the cheek), two lingual (side nearest the tongue), and one distal. The shape of the developmental and supplementary grooves, on the occlusal surface, are describes as being 'M' shaped.

Do molars have five cusps?

Molars normally possess either four or five cusps. In certain populations the maxillary molars, especially first molars, will possess a fifth cusp situated on the mesiolingual cusp known as the Cusp of Carabelli.