Teeth play an important role in digestion. Learn about the types of teeth and how they function.

Four types of teeth are nestled into our jaws: molars, premolars, canines and incisors, plus the optional wisdom teeth. Our array of teeth types means we are heterodonts, like most mammals.

Emphasizes the importance of maintaining healthy teeth for proper chewing, clear speech, and an attractive appearance. It explains the different types of teeth and their functions, the structure ...

"Bats have all four types of teeth—incisors, canines, premolars and molars—just like we do," said co-author Sharlene Santana, a University of Washington professor of biology and curator of ...