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Anatomy

Bicuspid

A bicuspid (also called a premolar) is a transitional tooth located between the canines and molars, with two cusps used for tearing and grinding food.

Adults normally have 8 bicuspids — two in each quadrant of the mouth. They are often the teeth selected for extraction during orthodontic treatment when crowding requires space creation.

Also known as

  • Premolar

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