#1
Which of the following is not a permanent maxillary tooth?
Primary Molar
ExplanationPrimary molars are deciduous (baby) teeth and not permanent maxillary teeth.
#2
What is the total number of permanent maxillary teeth in an adult human?
24
ExplanationAdult humans have a total of 24 permanent maxillary teeth.
#3
What is the function of the incisors in the maxillary dentition?
Cutting and shearing food
ExplanationIncisors in the maxillary dentition function in cutting and shearing food.
#4
What is the function of molars in the maxillary dentition?
Chewing and grinding food
ExplanationMolars in the maxillary dentition function in chewing and grinding food.
#5
Which permanent maxillary tooth is often referred to as the 'eye tooth'?
Canine
ExplanationThe canine tooth is often referred to as the 'eye tooth' due to its prominent location.
#6
Which permanent maxillary tooth typically has the longest root?
First Molar
ExplanationThe first molar typically has the longest root among permanent maxillary teeth.
#7
Which permanent maxillary tooth usually has two roots?
First Premolar
ExplanationThe first premolar typically has two roots in the maxillary dentition.
#8
What is the function of premolars in the maxillary dentition?
Chewing and grinding food
ExplanationPremolars in the maxillary dentition function in chewing and grinding food.
#9
Which permanent maxillary tooth is typically the smallest in size?
Lateral Incisor
ExplanationThe lateral incisor is typically the smallest permanent maxillary tooth.
#10
Which permanent maxillary tooth is the last to erupt in the oral cavity?
Second Molar
ExplanationThe second molar is the last to erupt among permanent maxillary teeth.
#11
Which permanent maxillary tooth usually has three cusps?
First Molar
ExplanationThe first molar usually has three cusps in the maxillary dentition.
#12
Which permanent maxillary tooth typically has two cusps?
Second Premolar
ExplanationThe second premolar typically has two cusps in the maxillary dentition.
#13
Which permanent maxillary tooth typically has three roots?
First Molar
ExplanationThe first molar typically has three roots in the maxillary dentition.
#14
Which permanent maxillary tooth often has a bifurcated root?
First Premolar
ExplanationThe first premolar often has a bifurcated root in the maxillary dentition.
#15
Which permanent maxillary tooth typically has the largest crown?
First Molar
ExplanationThe first molar typically has the largest crown among permanent maxillary teeth.
#16
Which permanent maxillary tooth typically has the longest root canal?
Central Incisor
ExplanationThe central incisor typically has the longest root canal among permanent maxillary teeth.