The chapter covers the challenges and methods of distinguishing between first and second premolars in both upper and lower jaws, emphasizing the significance of accurate identification for dental treatments and forensic purposes. It also addresses the anatomical disparities and common difficulties faced in dental examinations when discerning between deciduous second molars and adult first molars.
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When restoring molars, should we ALWAYS try to recreate textbook anatomy? (spoiler: NO WAY!)
What preventive measures can we use for toothwear?
Tooth Morphology in the Real world!
In this episode, Emma Hutchison and I explored the nuances of practical tooth morphology. Textbooks provide us with idealized versions of dental structures, but how do these perfect images translate into real-life practice? Can and should we aim to replicate these diagrams exactly in our dental work?
