Teeth have three main functions of “breaking down (masticating) food”, “enabling us to pronounce words”, and “shaping the face”.
Permanent teeth are the teeth you use for your entire life..
In order to identify problems in the oral cavity, the dental professional must first recognize normal anatomy as well as the normal appearance of the surrounding areas.
In addition, it is essential the dental professional be able to evaluate the health of the teeth as well as the supporting tissues and periodontium..
It is important to have knowledge of the anatomy and development of your teeth and mouth in order to maintain good oral health.
By understanding normal mouth development and learning to recognize abnormal conditions, you will be able to maintain good oral hygiene and spot the early warning signs of problems or disease..
It is essential for the dental professional to understand normal appearance and function as well as important landmarks during clinical examinations, when administering local anesthesia or for recognition of deviations of normal in identifying various medical conditions..
(The function of teeth as they contact one another falls elsewhere, under dental occlusion
) Tooth formation begins before birth, and the teeth's eventual morphology is dictated during this time
Dental anatomy is also a taxonomical science: it is concerned with the naming of teeth and the structures of which they are made,
Dental anatomy is a field of anatomy dedicated to the study of human tooth structures
The development, appearance, and classification of teeth fall within its purview
(The function of teeth as they contact one another falls elsewhere, under dental occlusion
) Tooth formation begins before birth,
Understanding dental anatomy is essential in order to begin to develop an appreciation for the role of teeth in digestion, appearance, speech and sensory input
Without the proper function of the teeth, usually due to disease such as decay or cavities, a person's health, appearance and nutrition can be affected
