THE STRUCTURE OF THE TEETH

How many temporary (primary) teeth does a child have in total?

• 8

• 16

• 32

• 20

When does the first permanent tooth, typically the first molar, make its appearance?

• 6-7 years

• 10-12 years

• 3-4 years
• 1-2 years

What are the permanent molars called?

• Premolars
• Canines
• Bicuspids
• Incisors

What are the outer layers of a tooth?

• Enamel and cement
• Dentin and enamel
• Enamel and pulp
• Cement and dentin

What term is used to describe the overdevelopment of teeth?

• Hyperplasia

• Atrophy

• Sclerosed

• Hypoplasia

Temporary teeth become less apparent as infants grow older due to increased development of alveolar processes and mucous membrane.

• False
• True

The first permanent tooth to appear is usually a canine tooth.

• True
• False

Local conditions cannot affect the form and structure of developing teeth.

• True
• False

Hypoplasia refers to the underdevelopment of teeth, while hyperplasia refers to overdevelopment.

• False
• True

The permanent teeth are typically arranged symmetrically on each side of the mouth's mesial line.

• True
• False