Question

Name the teeth which helps in piercing and tearing?
1. Incisor
2. Canine
3. Premolar
4. Molar

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Canine

The correct answer is Canine.

• The four main types of teeth are:
  • Incisors: Your incisors are eight teeth in the front center of your mouth (four on both bottom and top). These are typically the first adult teeth that a child will get, coming in  when the child is between six and eight years old. Incisors are the teeth that you use to bite into your food.
  • Canines: Your canines are the next teeth that develop in your mouth. You have four of them and they are your sharpest teeth, used for tearing apart food.
  • Premolars: Premolars are used for tearing and crushing food. Unlike your incisors and canines, premolars have a flat biting surface. You have eight premolars in total.
  • Molars: Your molars are your largest teeth. Their function is similar to that of the premolars, to grind, tear, and crush food. Molars have a large flat biting surface which makes them perfect for this job.