Surfaces

Question 1

To help describe the location and function of the teeth they are classified as what?

Answer 1

Anterior and Posterior teeth.

Question 2

Define anterior teeth.

Answer 2

They are visible when someone smiles. They contain the incisors and canines.

Question 3

Define posterior teeth.

Answer 3

They are the teeth in the back of the arch and contain the premolars and molars.

Question 4

Is orange anterior or posterior?

Is gray anteror or posterior?

Answer 4

Question 5

What are the five surfaces used to define areas of the tooth?

Answer 5

1. Facial or Buccal

2. Lingual

3. Occlusal or Incisal

4. Mesial

5. Distal