Cusp

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(Latin cuspis = a pointed elevation)A cusp is an elevation or mound on the crown portion of a tooth making up a divisional part of the occlusal surface.

Cusp tips

Different Cusps[edit | edit source]

  • Buccal Cusp
  • Lingual Cusp
  • Mesiobuccal Cusp
  • Distobuccal Cusp
  • Mesiolingual Cusp
  • Distolingual Cusp


Cusp Resources
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