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Tooth Identification Quiz: Name Each Tooth with Confidence

Quick, free quiz to test your knowledge. Instant results for tooth ID practice.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Maj MackUpdated Aug 28, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
2-5mins
Learning OutcomesCheat Sheet
Paper art illustration of teeth arranged for dental anatomy quiz with tooth labels challenge, sky blue background.

This tooth identification quiz helps you recognize and name incisors, canines, premolars, and molars using standard dental terms and numbering, with instant feedback as you go. For a quick tune-up between attempts, try the tooth morphology quiz, build numbering confidence with the tooth numbering quiz, and reinforce labels in the tooth id quiz.

In Universal numbering, which tooth is number 6?
Maxillary right canine
Mandibular right canine
Maxillary left canine
Maxillary right lateral incisor
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Which surface faces the cheeks on posterior teeth?
Occlusal
Lingual
Buccal
Mesial
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Which tooth typically has three roots?
Mandibular second molar
Maxillary first molar
Maxillary first premolar
Mandibular first molar
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On the maxillary first molar, which cusp is typically the largest?
Mesiobuccal cusp
Distobuccal cusp
Distolingual cusp
Mesiolingual cusp
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Which premolar often has three cusps?
Maxillary first premolar
Mandibular second premolar
Mandibular first premolar
Maxillary second premolar
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In Universal numbering, which tooth is number 3?
Maxillary right first molar
Maxillary right canine
Maxillary left first molar
Mandibular right first molar
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In FDI notation, which tooth is 23?
Maxillary right canine
Mandibular left canine
Maxillary left first premolar
Maxillary left canine
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Which anterior tooth is most likely to have a lingual pit?
Mandibular central incisor
Maxillary central incisor
Maxillary lateral incisor
Mandibular canine
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Which tooth commonly lacks a distolingual cusp, creating a heart-shaped crown form?
Mandibular second molar
Maxillary first molar
Mandibular first molar
Maxillary second molar
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Which anterior tooth often exhibits the deepest lingual fossa?
Maxillary central incisor
Mandibular lateral incisor
Mandibular central incisor
Maxillary lateral incisor
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Which tooth shows a prominent distal crown bulge, creating a convex distal outline?
Mandibular lateral incisor
Mandibular canine
Maxillary canine
Maxillary central incisor
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In FDI notation, which tooth is 37?
Mandibular left first molar
Maxillary left second molar
Mandibular right second molar
Mandibular left second molar
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What is the line angle formed by the junction of the mesial and buccal surfaces of a molar called?
Bucco-occlusal line angle
Mesiobuccal line angle
Mesio-occlusal line angle
Distobuccal line angle
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Which premolar typically has a mesiolingual developmental groove?
Maxillary first premolar
Mandibular second premolar (three-cusp)
Mandibular first premolar
Maxillary second premolar
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Which tooth may present a bifurcated root oriented labiolingually?
Maxillary central incisor
Mandibular canine
Mandibular lateral incisor
Maxillary canine
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Which tooth has a pronounced mesial concavity on both the crown and root surface?
Maxillary canine
Mandibular first premolar
Maxillary second premolar
Maxillary first premolar
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Which tooth typically has a straight mesial crown outline and a crown that appears distally inclined?
Mandibular canine
Maxillary canine
Maxillary lateral incisor
Mandibular central incisor
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Which primary tooth most closely resembles a permanent premolar in crown shape?
Primary mandibular second molar
Primary maxillary canine
Primary maxillary first molar
Primary mandibular first molar
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Which tooth often exhibits a palatogingival (linguogingival) groove that may extend onto the root?
Maxillary central incisor
Maxillary lateral incisor
Maxillary canine
Mandibular lateral incisor
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Which single-rooted tooth most frequently presents with two root canals?
Mandibular lateral incisor
Maxillary central incisor
Maxillary canine
Mandibular first premolar
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Study Outcomes

  1. Recognize Universal and ISO Tooth Numbers -

    Identify each permanent and primary tooth using both the Universal numbering system and the FDI two-digit system, mastering essential tooth id numbers in the tooth id quiz.

  2. Distinguish Tooth Types by Morphology -

    Differentiate incisors, canines, premolars, and molars based on their anatomical features and functions.

  3. Apply Official Dental Nomenclature -

    Use precise dental terms to name teeth and their surfaces when documenting or communicating clinical findings.

  4. Analyze Performance on the Tooth Identification Quiz -

    Review your quiz results to pinpoint areas needing further study and track improvement in dental anatomy knowledge.

  5. Recall Tooth Identification Conventions Quickly -

    Commit common tooth identification conventions and numbers to memory for rapid reference during clinical practice.

Cheat Sheet

  1. FDI Two-Digit Numbering System -

    The FDI World Dental Federation system assigns each permanent tooth a quadrant (1-4) and position (1-8), making tooth id numbers intuitive and globally recognized. For instance, tooth 11 is the upper right central incisor and 46 is the lower right first molar. Mastering this system is essential for any tooth identification quiz and is endorsed by the FDI and ADA.

  2. Universal Numbering System -

    In the Universal system, permanent teeth are numbered 1 - 32 starting from the upper right third molar and circling clockwise, while primary teeth use A - T. Knowing both systems ensures you ace a tooth id quiz and can interpret charts from different institutions. This dual mastery is recommended by major dental schools such as Harvard School of Dental Medicine.

  3. Tooth Class Morphology -

    Incisors, canines, premolars, and molars each have unique shapes: incisors are blade-shaped, canines have a single cusp for tearing, premolars two cusps, and molars multiple cusps for grinding. Recognizing these features in a tooth identification quiz builds accuracy when naming teeth by class. Detailed diagrams from reputable sources like the Journal of Dental Research can reinforce these key distinctions.

  4. Anatomical Landmarks & Directions -

    Terms like mesial (toward the midline), distal (away from midline), buccal (cheek side), and lingual (tongue side) are vital in any tooth id quiz. Visualizing these orientations helps you communicate precise locations on a tooth or dental chart. University of Michigan's online dental anatomy modules offer interactive exercises for mastering these directional terms.

  5. Mnemonic Memory Aids -

    Create phrases like "I Can't Put More" to recall Incisors, Canines, Premolars, Molars in sequence - perfect for warming up before a tooth identification quiz. Pairing mnemonics with flashcards that show tooth id numbers boosts retention and speeds recall under pressure. This proven technique is supported by cognitive studies in the Journal of Dental Education.

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