Human tooth
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| Teeth | |
|---|---|
 Diagram of a human molar showing its major constituents | |
 CGI posterior view of teeth taken from inside mouth | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | dentes |
| TA | A05.1.03.001 |
| FMA | 75150 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
The human teeth function to mechanically break down items of food by cutting and crushing them in preparation for swallowing and digesting. Humans have four types of teeth: incisors, canines, premolars, and molars, each with a specific function.
