secondary dentition

adult dentition

The teeth of adulthood that either replace or are added to the complement of deciduous teeth. (Boucher's Clinical Dental Terminology, 4th ed).

Type Organ
Latin Name adult dentition
FMA ID 75152

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the secondary dentition?
The teeth of adulthood that either replace or are added to the complement of deciduous teeth. (Boucher's Clinical Dental Terminology, 4th ed).
What is the Latin name for the secondary dentition?
The Latin name for the secondary dentition is adult dentition.

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