The front six teeth are called the ___.

The front six teeth are called the ___.

• A. Anteriors
• B. Anterior teeth
• C. Incisors
• D. Front teeth

Answer: (A)

In dentistry, the teeth toward the face are called the anterior teeth. In one arch, this front group comprises the central incisors, lateral incisors, and canines, totaling six teeth. When referring to the whole set as a single unit, the plural noun form used by some exams and texts is “anteriors.” This fits because it names the entire anterior segment rather than just one type of tooth. Saying “incisors” would only cover the four front teeth (excluding canines), and “front teeth” is accurate but less specific to the technical term for the group.

In dentistry, the teeth toward the face are called the anterior teeth. In one arch, this front group comprises the central incisors, lateral incisors, and canines, totaling six teeth. When referring to the whole set as a single unit, the plural noun form used by some exams and texts is “anteriors.” This fits because it names the entire anterior segment rather than just one type of tooth. Saying “incisors” would only cover the four front teeth (excluding canines), and “front teeth” is accurate but less specific to the technical term for the group.