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− | + | Teeth develop differently in different regions of the mouth in most species, a process called heterodonty. In some animals teeth develope identically in different regions of the mouth, a process called homodonty. A mixture of homodonty and heterodonty can occur. Different species will have varying numbers of teeth and different shapes depending largely on diet. | |
− | + | Not all species possess teeth and there is huge variation in dental formulae between the species that have teeth. Teeth are mainly used for mastication - chewing and grinding food particles, but are also used for seizing prey and tearing. The occlusion surface is where opposing teeth touch. The contact surface is where adjacent teeth touch. | |
+ | Gingiva wrap around the neck of each tooth forming the gums. The gums are useful clinically in assessing health status of an animal. | ||
− | + | [[Oral_Cavity_-_Anatomy_%26_Physiology_-_Flashcards#Teeth_.26_Gingiva_Flashcards!Try testing your dental knowledge using these Flash cards]] | |
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+ | [[Oral_Cavity_-_Teeth_%26_Gingiva_-_Anatomy_%26_Physiology|Oral Cavity - Topic Continues...]] | ||
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