homodont
contain teeth that are similar in shape
examples of homodonts
fish and reptiles
heterdonts
animals that possess numerous tooth types, each with a unique function
examples of heterodonts
mammals
incisors
mostly anteriorly located in the jaw; smooth cutting edge for cutting and snipping (initial bite)
canines
paired teeth located on each side of the jaw; sharp, pointed edge for stabbing/tearing; ideal for killing prey and are prominent in carnivores
premolars/molars
paired teeth located on each side of the jaw; broad surface with 2 or 3 ridges for grinding and crushing food, especially plant material
herbivores
primarily eat plants
omnivores
eat meat and plants
carnivores
primarily eat meat