Question

Name the different types of teeth in a adult man and state their function

Answer 1

Explanation:

Most adults have 32 teeth, called permanent or secondary teeth: 8 incisors. 4 canines, also called cuspids. 8 premolars, also called bicuspids

Answer 2

Answer: In an adult man their are 32 teeth and their are total 4 types of teeth which are incisors, premolar, molars and canines.

Explanation:

Incisors: Incisors are present at the front of the mouth. These teeth have sharp edges and are adapted for cutting food into small, chewable pieces. Humans have eight incisors, four incisors in the upper jaw and four in the lower jaw.

Canines: Canines are also called cuspids. They are situated at the ‘corners’ of the dental arches. They are characteristically sharp, elongated and pointy surface. Their primary function is to grip and tear food (tough food such as meat). Humans have four canines, two in the upper jaw and two in the lower jaw.

Premolars: Premolars are also called bicuspids and are located behind the canines.  These teeth have a flat surface with ridges, which is adapted for crushing and grinding food into smaller portions. Humans have eight premolars, two on each side of the jaws.

Molars: Molars are the largest and strongest teeth. It has a large and flat biting surface, which is well-adapted for grinding food. Humans have 12 molars, six in each jaw. Four of those are wisdom teeth, which is also called the third molar, which come in between the ages of 17 to 25.