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Molar

Molars are the large, flat-topped teeth at the back of the mouth used to grind and crush food. Adults normally have 12 molars, including 4 wisdom teeth.

Molars have multiple cusps and roots, making them the most complex teeth to restore. They are also the teeth most commonly affected by decay and the first to receive sealants in children.

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