left lower second secondary premolar tooth

ADA tooth 20

A lower second secondary premolar tooth that is in the left side of the lower jaw region.

Type Organ
Parent Structure lateral structure
Latin Name ADA tooth 20

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the left lower second secondary premolar tooth?
The left lower second secondary premolar is a permanent tooth that erupts around 11-13 years of age, replacing the primary second molar with two cusps and often a bifurcated root.
Where is the left lower second secondary premolar tooth located?
It is located in the mandible on the left side, distal to the first premolar in the premolar region of the lower jaw.
What is the function of the left lower second secondary premolar tooth?
It functions to grind and crush food during mastication, providing substantial masticatory force as a transitional tooth between anterior and posterior regions.
What is the left lower second secondary premolar tooth connected to?
It is attached to the mandible by a periodontal ligament and bifurcated root, and occludes with the upper second premolar.
Why is the left lower second secondary premolar tooth clinically important?
It is essential for balanced posterior occlusion, is often considered in orthodontic extraction decisions, and plays an important role in mastication and stabilizing dental arches.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.