right upper lateral secondary incisor tooth

ADA tooth 7

A upper lateral secondary incisor tooth that is in the right side of the upper jaw region.

Type Organ
Parent Structure upper lateral secondary incisor tooth
Latin Name ADA tooth 7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the right upper lateral secondary incisor tooth?
The right upper lateral secondary incisor is a permanent tooth erupting around 8-9 years of age, replacing the primary lateral incisor.
Where is the right upper lateral secondary incisor tooth located?
It is positioned in the maxilla on the right side, lateral (distal) to the central secondary incisor in the anterior dentition.
What is the function of the right upper lateral secondary incisor tooth?
It assists in cutting food and contributes significantly to the aesthetics of the anterior smile.
What is the right upper lateral secondary incisor tooth connected to?
It is supported by maxillary alveolar bone through the periodontal ligament and innervated by the superior alveolar nerve.
Why is the right upper lateral secondary incisor tooth clinically important?
Congenital absence of maxillary lateral incisors is common and requires prosthodontic or implant-based restoration.

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