DEH 103: Dental Anatomy
Chapters 6 & 7: The Permanent Canines (Maxillary & Mandibular)
Chapters 6 & 7: The Permanent Canines (Maxillary & Mandibular)
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Flashcards
What are other names for canines?
- Cuspids
- Eye teeth
- Fangs
Why are the canines considered the "Corner Stones" of all teeth?
They are the longest of all the teeth. They have the longest roots
What is the functions of canines?
- Pierce or shear food
- Lip support (canine emaninace)
What is the time of eruption for maxillary and mandibular; primary and permanent canines?
- Primary mandibular: 16 months
- Primary maxillary: 18 months
- Permanent mandibular: 9-10 years
- Permanent maxillary: 11-12 years
How many cusps does a canine have?
1
How many lobes does a canine form from?
4 (3 facial, 1 lingual)
This is the labial bony ridge that helps maintain facial form.
Canine Eminence
Where is the contact located on the distal and mesial of a maxillary canine?
- Mesial: incisal 1/3rd
- Distal: middle 1/3rd
There is a vertical rood depression on the mesial that can extend the entire lenght of the rooth. Why is this important?
The depression can help to ancor the tooth and prevent rotation
What is unique about a canine, it is the only anterior tooth that can have this feature.
A canine may have a bifurcated root (it is the only anterior tooth that can have this feature)
