bicuspids

Teeth with two-points

Bicuspids are teeth with two pointed cusps, positioned between the canines and molars.

Also called premolars, humans typically have eight—two on each side of the upper and lower jaws.

They help crush and grind food: The dentist said I needed to have a bicuspid extracted.

anatomy

premolars

Teeth with two cusps

teethEnamel-covered chewing structures
molarsRear crushing teeth
incisorsFront cutting teeth

canines · mandible · maxilla · jaw · gums · gingiva · dental arch · occlusion · dentition · roots

dental

cavity

Empty space within

fillingMaterial placed within
extractionAct of removing
dentistOral care physician

orthodontics · braces · root canal · fluoride · plaque · tartar · decay · cleaning · checkup · sealant

chewing

mastication

Teeth-based food breakdown

grindingMolar action sometimes
crushingOverwhelming in intensity
bitingHarshly critical or cold

tearing · bolus · digestion · texture · saliva · chew · gnaw · crunch · morsels · bite force

Categories

mouthtongue, teeth, lips, gums, palate
mouth anatomytongue, teeth, palate, lips, gums
teethteeth, incisors, incisor, canine, canines
chewingmastication, chewing, gnawing, grinding, biting
molarsmolars, molar, first molar, second molar, third molar

Opposites

tooth type

bicuspidsincisors

Front cutting teeth

molars · canines · front teeth · cuspids · wisdom teeth

Family

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