Starting to sound daunting? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Learning how to read your teeth number chart can be confusing, particularly if you have no idea what the numbers mean. Don’t worry though, this article will cover everything you need to know about what the numbers on your tooth number chart mean, and provide some helpful tips along the way! By the end of this article, you’ll be reading your tooth number chart like a pro. Let’s get started…
What Are Tooth Numbers?
In order to locate your teeth, it is important to know what each tooth number means. The numbering system for teeth varies from person-to-person depending on which set of teeth you are talking about (upper or lower). Generally speaking, though, each tooth has a different number that corresponds with its location on your jaw. Tooth numbers begin at 1 and end at 32 (or so) for both upper and lower teeth. You should also be aware that there are no teeth numbers 13 or 31; instead, those locations are occupied by wisdom teeth. To find out what your tooth numbers mean, all you have to do is ask yourself where in your mouth those respective teeth are located!
How To Read Your Mouth Diagram
From front teeth to molars, upper teeth to lower teeth, your mouth consists of a total of 32 different teeth. That’s not even counting wisdom teeth (for now), either. But don’t worry—you can read your chart and use it to see where you stand when it comes to oral health. You’ll want to start by looking at your upper jaw (the area above your tongue). This includes four incisors, two cuspids, one canine and two bicuspids. Then take a look at your lower jaw (the area below your tongue). You’ll notice that it’s pretty similar; there are four incisors, two cuspids, one canine and three bicuspids.
The Importance Of Understanding Tooth Numbers
One of most overlooked factors in maintaining good oral health is knowing how your teeth are numbered. If you do not understand tooth numbers, then it will be nearly impossible for you to find a dentist or oral hygienist who can provide you with great service and care. The good news is that understanding how your teeth are numbered isn’t difficult at all. All you need is a little bit of information and access to a teeth number chart. Then all you have to do is sit down, relax, and brush! Let’s get started learning about our smile!
You may notice as you start brushing that different areas feel different than others. The reason for these feeling differences is because every one of your teeth has an assigned number. You will have mastered over 99% of what most dentists use when diagnosing patients. If you know where a problem is located in your mouth and it falls within one or two teeth away from another problem, then you know where to focus treatment efforts! You might even save yourself thousands on dental bills by simply having better knowledge! It’s something so simple yet so effective; it seems like everyone should be doing it right? Well…do they?
Understanding Tooth Numbers Will Make Your Dentist Visit More Pleasant
Ever since we were kids, our parents have warned us about going to bed with food in our mouth. And, at one point or another, all of us (including myself) were guilty of doing just that. But why? When I went back and asked my dentist about it, she told me there was no reason for me not to go to sleep with a snack in my mouth – as long as I brush before I do go to bed. The problem is most people don’t know their own teeth number chart and instead rely on general knowledge from television. My guess is that if you don’t know your tooth numbers you’re also practicing bad oral hygiene habits. Let’s talk about both right now!
