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  1. Incisor - Wikipedia

    • Incisors (from Latin incidere, "to cut") are the front teeth present in most mammals. They are located in the premaxilla above and on the mandible below. Humans have a total of eight (two on each side, t… See more

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    Adult humans normally have eight incisors, two of each type. The types of incisors are: 1. maxillary central incisor (upper jaw, closest to the center of the lips) 2. maxillary lateral incis… See more

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    Function

    In cats, the incisors are small; biting off meat is done with the canines and the carnassials. In elephants, the upper incisors are modified into curved tusks (unlike wit… See more

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  2. Incisors: Definition, shape, function - Kenhub

    Oct 30, 2023 · The incisors are chisel shaped teeth located anteriorly within the oral cavity. Their name originates from the Latin word ‘incidere’, which means ‘to cut’. Hence, their main function is to cut food during mastication. There are …

  3. Incisor Definition, Anatomy & Function | Body Maps

    Jan 21, 2018 · Incisor. The incisor teeth are at the front of the mouth and have a flat edge designed for shearing or cutting. Incisors are usually bigger in herbivores (plant eaters) and omnivores (plant and...

  4. Incisor Teeth: Everything You Need to Know - Web DMD

    Your incisors are the 8 teeth visible at the front of your smile. They are responsible for shearing (aka cutting) through food, and as such have a chisel-like shape. This cutting tooth surface is known as your incisal edge.

  5. Teeth: Names, types, and functions - Medical News …

    Jun 9, 2023 · Incisors are the sharp teeth at the front of the mouth that bite into food and cut it into smaller pieces. They are flat with a thin edge. They are also called anterior teeth.

  6. Importance of Your Incisor Teeth - Verywell Health

    May 10, 2024 · Incisors are the other front teeth on your upper and lower jaws. They help you eat by tearing and cutting food. Learn more about incisors and their care.

  7. Teeth: Anatomy, Types, Function & Care - Cleveland Clinic

  8. Incisor Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

  9. Understanding Incisors: Your Top Questions Answered

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