Left Upper Secondary Canine Tooth (Dens caninus maxillaris sinister)
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Anatomy
The left upper secondary canine tooth (FDI #23, Universal #11) is the robust cornerstone of the maxillary dental arch, situated at the junction between the anterior and posterior teeth. Possessing the longest root in the human dentition and a pointed single-cusped crown, it creates the prominent canine eminence in the maxilla. It provides essential canine-guided disclusion during lateral excursions and tears tough foods.
Clinical notes
Due to its long developmental path and late eruption (~11–12 years), the maxillary canine is the second most commonly impacted tooth after third molars, frequently requiring surgical exposure and orthodontic repositioning.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Left Upper Secondary Canine Tooth?
The left upper secondary canine tooth (FDI #23, Universal #11) is the robust cornerstone of the maxillary dental arch, situated at the junction between the anterior and posterior teeth. Possessing the longest root in the human dentition and a pointed single-cusped crown, it creates the prominent canine eminence in the maxilla. It provides essential canine-guided disclusion during lateral excursions and tears tough foods.
Why is the Left Upper Secondary Canine Tooth clinically important?
Due to its long developmental path and late eruption (~11–12 years), the maxillary canine is the second most commonly impacted tooth after third molars, frequently requiring surgical exposure and orthodontic repositioning.
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