The '''deciduous''' teeth are complete and functional within 2 weeks of birth (3 weeks in sheep and goats). The '''permanent''' teeth are complete and functional within 42 weeks of birth (48 weeks in sheep and goats).
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The '''deciduous''' teeth are complete and functional by 2 weeks of age (3 weeks in sheep and goats). The '''permanent''' teeth are complete and functional by 42-48 months of age depending on breed (48 months in sheep and goats).
The formula for '''deciduous''' teeth is: 2 (I0/3 C0/1 P3/3)
The formula for '''deciduous''' teeth is: 2 (I0/3 C0/1 P3/3)
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The upper teeth are more widely separated. '''Premolars''' have one cusp, '''molars''' have two cusps.
The upper teeth are more widely separated. '''Premolars''' have one cusp, '''molars''' have two cusps.