Dental Assistant Practice Exam

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Which term describes teeth located towards the front of the mouth?

Anterior
Posterior
Bifurcated
Trifurcated

The correct answer is: Anterior

The term that describes teeth located towards the front of the mouth is "anterior." Anterior teeth include the incisors and canines, which are positioned in the front section of the dental arch. These teeth play crucial roles in functions such as biting and cutting food, as well as contributing significantly to aesthetics and speech. In contrast, the term "posterior" refers to the teeth located towards the back of the mouth, such as the premolars and molars, which are primarily responsible for grinding food. The terms "bifurcated" and "trifurcated" are used to describe the roots of certain teeth. Bifurcated teeth have two roots (common in some molars), while trifurcated teeth have three roots. These terms do not pertain to the location of the teeth in the arch. Thus, understanding these distinctions reinforces the correct identification of anterior teeth in relation to their position in the oral cavity.