Aug 6, 2024 · Teeth numbers 17-32 are in the mandibular arch or simply your lower jaw. Teeth numbers 1, 16, 17, and 32 are your wisdom teeth (3rd Molars). The teeth numbered 30 and 31 are your lower right molars.

The lower right first molar, or tooth 30, typically erupts between the ages of 6 and 7, while the lower right second molar, or tooth 31, usually erupts between the ages of 11 and 13. These teeth are permanent, and will remain in your mouth for the rest of your life if properly cared for.

Aug 30, 2012 · Replacement of tooth #30 and 31 is recommended as both teeth are involved in the chewing function. However if there are financial reasons, then it is best to replace #30 first as it is more important of the two teeth in your chewing ability.

Nov 7, 2024 · Most of us know the basic tooth names, such as molar, incisor, or wisdom tooth. At the dental clinic, human teeth are identified by their numbers and each teeth are named …

May 12, 2019 · In the universal tooth numbering system, tooth number 1 is the patient's upper right third molar, on the right side of the mouth in the upper (maxillary) jaw. Numbering of teeth continues along the upper teeth toward the front and across to the last molar tooth back on the top left side (number 16).

Aug 3, 2013 · On Thursday I had tooth number 30 extracted. I was thinking about the ways to replace it. A few things I am concerned. #1 is I might suffer from bruxism but am not entirely sure. #2 I currently smoke, well I did up until last week. I realize that if I …

The third molar, or wisdom tooth, varies greatly in shape and size but generally is smaller than the first and second molars. In adults, the mandibular third molars are teeth number 32 (right tooth) and 17 (left tooth).

Oct 11, 2013 · Dear John: You are correct that most times implants are the best option. If you have good bone, there is no reason why you cannot have implant number 30 right away, and then get an implant to replace tooth number 31 in the future. However, waiting for tooth number 31 to hurt is not a good idea.

Jun 12, 2022 · In the United States, we use the universal numbering system to correctly identify teeth. The adult teeth are numbered differently than the primary or milk teeth. Adult teeth are numbered from 1 to 32. Therefore, your permanent teeth are classified using numbers while your deciduous teeth (baby teeth) uses alphabetical letters.

So if you extract #30, then #31 will likely (but slowly) tilt forward into the gap left by the missing molar.