true or false. The first permanent molars are usually the largest, and they get smaller as you go posteriorly
true
When do the maxillary permanent first molars erupt?
6-7
9-10
What is the largest tooth in the permanent dentition?
maxillary first molars
How many developmental lobes make up the maxillary first molar?
5
Name the 5 cusps on the maxillary first molars
mesioubuccal
distobuccal
mesiolingual
distolingual
cusp of carabelli
The roots of the maxillary first molars are larger and more divergent than those of the _________________, and more complex in form than those of the maxillary ____________
second molars
premolars
Which root is the larges and longest of all the maxillary 1st molar roots
lingual/palatal root
which roots of the the maxillary first molar have an extreme curvature that makes them look like the handles of a set of pliers
mesiobuccal and distobuccal roots
the ____________ root is the second largest and longest root of the 1st molar, and is inclined_________ and __________ and has an apical third curving ____________
mesiobuccal
mesially
buccally
distally
Which root of the maxillary first molar is the smallest?
distobuccal root
If the maxillary first molar has 4 pulp canals, which root has 2 canals?
mesiobuccal
Which permanent molar has the cusp of carabelli? And what cusp is it on?
maxillary first molar
mesiolingual cusp
An oblique ridge is a distinguishing feature for which permanent molars?
maxillary 1st and 2nd molars
tooth with and oblique ridge, rhomboid outline, and 5 developmental lobe is probably describing what teeth?
maxillary 1st molars
On the maxillary first molar, which cusp is larger? Mesiolingual or distolingual?
mesiolingual
in distinguishing right from left maxillary first molars, the Mes marginal ridge is ________ and _______ _______ than the distal
longer
more prominent
Which cusp is the largest one on the maxillary first molar?
mesiolingual
Mulberry molars can be a result of syphilis, they have little bumps and tubercles, and are a clinical consideration for what molars
all of the molars
enamel pearls are often a clinical consideration for which molars?
maxillary and mandibular 2nd molars
root fusion is often a developmental disturbance for which molar?
maxillary 2nd molar
maxillary molar roots may penetrate the sinuses and cause problems during which dental procedure?
extractions
true or false. Sinusitis may be mistaken for tooth aches in the maxillary molars
true
the maxillary first molar is __________ in height then the maxillary 2nd premolar
shorter
Concrescence is a developmental disturbance for which molars
maxillary first and second molars
What are the eruption dates for the maxillary 2nd molars?
12-13 yrs
14-16 yrs
How many cusps are on the maxillary 2nd molars?
4 or 3
If a maxillary 2nd molar only has 3 cusps, which is missing?
distolingual cusp
What is the shape of the maxillary 2nd molar with:
4 cusps
3 cusps
rhomboid
heart
in distinguishing left from right maxillary 2nd molars, the__________cusp is longer and more rounded than the________cusp; and the ____________cusp is longer than the__________cusp
mesiobuccal
distobuccal
mesiolingual
distolingual
are the roots smaller or larger in maxillary 2nd molars than 1st?
smaller
Why does distobuccal plaque build up quite a bit on the maxillary 2nd molar?
because of the parotid papilla next to it
What is the eruption date for the maxillary 3rd molars?
17-21 years
18-25
which molar is the smallest and most variable?
maxillary 3rd molar
true or false. the maxillary 3rd molar can have 3 or 4 cusps along with the maxillary 3nd molars, the cusp that is missing is the distolingual cusp
true
What is the eruption date for the mandibular first molars?
6-7 years
Which molar has a buccal groove that is important in occlusion?
mandibular first molar
How many cusps does the mandibular first molar have?
5
What is the very first tooth to erupt in the oral cavity?
mandibular first molar
Which cusp is the largets on the mandibular first molar? which is the smallest?
mesiobuccal
disto
Which molar has fluting?
mandibular first molar
Fluting develops on which surface of the mandibular first molar?
mesial surface of mesial root
Which is the larger and stronger root on the mandibular first molar?
mesial root
3 cusp type is ______ common in maxillary 2nd molars and ________ common in maxillary 3rd molars
less
more
which molar has a Y shaped groove?
mandibular first
When do the mandibular 2nd molars erupt?
11-12
14-15
4 cusps nearly equal in size, lingual cusps having sharper cusp tips with 4 developmental lobes, would most likely be describing what teeth?
mandibular 2nd molars
Which molar has 2 transverse ridges?
mandibular 2nd
true or false, the crowns of mandibular 2nd and 3rd molars taper distally
true
which tooth exhibits a cross-shaped groove pattern dividing the occlusal table into four parts that are nearly equal?
mandibular 2nd molar
When do the mandibular 3rd molars erupt?
17-21
18-25
Which tooth am I describing?
smaller overall, crenulated (appears wrinkled) and 4 developmental lobes
mandibular third molar
How do you distinguish right from left mandibular third molars?