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The formula for '''permanent''' teeth: 2 (I3/3 C1/1 P4/4 M2/3)
The formula for '''permanent''' teeth: 2 (I3/3 C1/1 P4/4 M2/3)
===Canine teeth===
====Canine Teeth====
The canine teeth are large, curved and laterally compressed. Their [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]] is longer than their [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]]. They have a single [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]].
The canine teeth are large, curved and laterally compressed. Their [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]] is longer than their [[Enamel Organ#Crown|crown]]. They have a single [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]].
====Incisors====
====Incisors====
They have a single [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]].
They have a single [[Enamel Organ#Root|root]].
====Premolars====
====Premolars====
The premolars are irregular and closely-spaced. They are more complex and larger caudally.
The premolars are irregular and closely-spaced. They are more complex and larger caudally.
====Molars====
====Molars====
The molars are broader than the premolars. The large flat surface is used for grinding.
The molars are broader than the premolars. The large flat surface is used for grinding.