The teeth are a group of hard organs found in the oral cavity. We use teeth to masticate (or chew) food into tiny pieces. They also provide shape to the mouth and face and are important components in producing speech. A tooth can be divided into two main parts: the crown and root.
Function of Premolars used for chewing and grinding food. Function of Molars also used to chew and grind food. The Tooth Numbering System. In addition to knowing the types and functions of teeth, the dental assistant must become familiar with the different tooth numbering systems to properly chart and describe a patient’s teeth.
The teeth are a group of hard organs found in the oral cavity. We use teeth to masticate (or chew) food into tiny pieces. They also provide shape to the mouth and face and are important components in producing speech. A tooth can be divided into two main parts: the crown and root.
Function of Premolars used for chewing and grinding food. Function of Molars also used to chew and grind food. The Tooth Numbering System. In addition to knowing the types and functions of teeth, the dental assistant must become familiar with the different tooth numbering systems to properly chart and describe a patient’s teeth.