mixed dentition

transitional dentition

The complement of teeth in the jaws after the eruption of some of the permanent teeth but before all the deciduous teeth are absent. (Boucher's Clinical Dental Terminology, 4th ed).

Type	Organ
Latin Name	transitional dentition

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mixed dentition?

The complement of teeth in the jaws after the eruption of some of the permanent teeth but before all the deciduous teeth are absent. (Boucher's Clinical Dental Terminology, 4th ed).

What is the Latin name for the mixed dentition?

The Latin name for the mixed dentition is transitional dentition.

Related Structures

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