Which of the following is true regarding maxillary molars?
1. Curve inward more sharply from the medial plane on the buccal than do the mandibular molars
2. By their arrangement and design allow room for the powerful masseter muscle.
3. Are set somewhat lingual to the premolars
4. Show a convergence of their buccal surfaces mesially
Dental AnatomyAnswer: 2
Which of the following describes the anatomic progression from mandibular first to third molars? 1. The roots become more divergent. 2. The crowns and roots become longer. 3. The crowns and roots become shorter. 4. The crowns become longer, but the roots get shorter.
