The chief function of teeth is to break food into smaller particles. The nurse is reviewing with the client the different types of teeth and their function
Which statement by the client indicates the best understanding of the function of the incisors? A) Cut and tear food
B) Hold and tear food
C) Crush and grind food
D) Hold and crush food
A
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The sharp, flat incisors are the front teeth. They cut and tear food. The pointed canines or cuspids are the side teeth. They hold and tear food. The bicuspids (premolars) and molars crush and grind food. No tooth holds and crushes food.
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