Author: Glossary
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Stomach tooth
The canine tooth located in the lower jaw.
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Premolar tooth
One of the two bicuspid teeth, located between the canine and the first molar tooth in each quadrant of the adult set of teeth.
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Pivot tooth
A synthetic crown that is anchored into a natural tooth using a peg.
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Notched tooth
A tooth that has a misshapen cutting edge because of abnormal development.
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Molar tooth
One of the rear teeth that serve to grind food. In each quadrant of the human jaw, there are three molars positioned behind the premolars.
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Incisor tooth
One of the two incisors located closest to the center of the arch.
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Eye tooth
The canine tooth located in the upper jaw.
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Cheek tooth
A molar tooth that functions as a grinder for food.
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Artificial tooth
An artificial tooth crafted by a dentist, which is a component of a dental prosthesis.
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Tonsillectome
A medical tool designed for the excision of a tonsil.