Tooth Surfaces

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What is the Facial surface of a tooth?

The outer surface of a tooth facing the lips or cheeks.

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Distinguish between Labial and Buccal surfaces.

The Labial surface faces the lips (anterior teeth). The Buccal surface faces the cheeks (posterior teeth).

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What is the Lingual surface of a tooth?

The inner surface of a tooth facing the tongue.

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When is the term Palatal used instead of Lingual?

The Palatal surface is the lingual surface of maxillary (upper) teeth, facing the palate.

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What is the Incisal surface?

The sharp cutting edge of anterior teeth (incisors and canines), used for biting.

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What is the Occlusal surface?

The chewing surface of posterior teeth (premolars and molars), used for grinding food.

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What is the Mesial surface of a tooth?

The side of a tooth facing towards the midline of the dental arch.

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What is the Distal surface of a tooth?

The side of a tooth facing away from the midline of the dental arch.