Molars have either two or three roots with three or possibly four root canals, sometimes even more.
Unfortunately, this means there are a lot of roots and root canals that can become infected and inflamed..
The maxillary first premolar has variable morphology but is generally considered to have two roots and two canals (Fig. 1.58).
The frequency of two roots is more than 55% in Caucasoids and less than 20% in Mongoloids..
The tooth has two anatomical parts, the crown and the root.
The crown is the top part that is exposed and visible above the gum (gingiva).
It is covered with enamel, which protects the underlying dentine.
The root of a tooth descends below the gum line anchoring the tooth in the mouth..
Your molar teeth are in the very back of your mouth.
Most of your chewing — about 90% — takes place here.
Most adults have 12 molar teeth — three in each quadrant.
Molar teeth include wisdom teeth (third molars)..
The best way to use an anatomy coloring page is to choose a specific color for each structure and then link this color to the matching label
For example, you could use red to color in the lens of the eye, and then color the label annotated “lens” in red, too
The latest edition of Dental Anatomy Coloring Book is a helpful tool to cover systematically the head and neck anatomy with numerous, simple-to-colour illustrations to ensure the reader has visually comprehended the material
This 472-page book is well-structured into 10 chapters, accompanied by a final section of multiple-choice questions
The intercollegiate color of dentistry is lilac; in the same vein, the official color of dental hygiene is purple – a color said to represent compassion, purpose, and inspiration
Can dental assistants wear wedding rings?
