Posterior teeth are teeth at the back of the mouth-that is, the premolars (bicuspids) and the molars. These teeth are wide, flat, and are designed to resist tremendous pressure. They have the most critical functions as primary teeth, since they facilitate the essential parts of chewing and grinding food before swallowing. They are also significant in sustaining the height of the bite (vertical dimension) and holding the back of the face and jaw joint.
Importance and Function
- Mastication : With their broad, multi-cusped surfaces, they are well-adapted to crush and pulverise food effectively, and thus are essential to the digestive system.
- Bite Stability : The cusps and grooves of the molars and premolars interlock, forming the base or platform of the bite, or occlusion.
- The Anterior Teeth Protection : In the scenario where the back teeth come together correctly, they handle the majority of the chewing action, literally safeguarding the fragile anterior teeth against excessive stress and wear.
- Orthodontic Role : The molars are frequently used as anchor units in orthodontics, which serve as fixed points to which forces pull the anterior teeth.
Why Choose Dr. Sujeet's Dental Care & Orthodontic Centre for Single Sitting Procedures?
- Occlusion Expertise : Dr. Sujeet is a specialist at this centre; therefore, he is concerned with providing an ideal and stable relationship between the upper and lower post-occlusions to avoid complications such as TMD (temporomandibular joint disorders) and asymmetrical tooth wear.
- Restorative Excellence : High-quality restorative care modalities, such as precision fillings and long-lasting crowns, to restore molars and premolars damaged by decay or fracture, and to restore maximum chewing efficiency.
- State-of-the-Art Technology : We offer advanced diagnostics to evaluate the morphology of your back teeth and jaw, ensuring any orthodontic or restorative care provides stable and long-term outcomes.
Contact Us
If you are concerned about your chewing ability, tooth alignment, or the health of your back teeth, schedule an appointment today. Get specialised posterior dental care at Contact Dr Sujeet's Dental Care and Orthodontic Centre.
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Visit Us : Office No. 9, Building No. A1, Survey No. 570/571, Vishnu Vihar Society, Gangadham - Shatrunjay Rd, Bibwewadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411037