Unlock the Mystery: Uncover the Secrets of Dental Teeth Numbering
Dental notation is a system used by dentists to identify teeth in a patient's mouth. Each tooth is assigned a unique number, which is used for charting, treatment planning, and insurance purposes. The most common dental notation system is the Universal Numbering System , which was developed by the American Dental Association (ADA) in 1885. In this system, the teeth are numbered from 1 to 32, starting with the upper right wisdom tooth and proceeding clockwise around the mouth. The upper teeth are numbered 1-16, and the lower teeth are numbered 17-32.