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The biting surface of the posterior teeth
Occlusal
Toward the middle of the mouth
Medial
Toward the back of the mouth
Posterior
The portion of the tooth that is usually visible and is covered with enamel
Crown
The depression between the cusps
Fossa
The surface of an anterior tooth which is towards the lips
Labial
Toward the side of the mouth
Lateral
Refers to the surfaces of the maxillary teeth facing the palate, or roof of the mouth
Palatal
Upper jaw
Maxilla
Gingiva extending into the interproximal space between the teeth
Papilla
Surface away from the midline
Distal
Toward the front of the mouth
Anterior
The surfaces next to or adjacent to where the teeth touch
Proximal
The lower jaw
Mandible.
The pointed or rounded elevation on the chewing surface.
Cusp
The surface towards the lips or cheeks
Facial
Refers to the side of the mandibular teeth facing the tongue
Lingual
Elevated crest on the occlusal surfaces, at the distal or mesial edge of the tooth
Marginal Ridge
Extension of the jaws that surrounds and supports the teeth and forms the dental arches.
Alveolar bone
The junction of the crown and root
Cementoenamel junction
The surface of a posterior tooth which is towards the cheek
Buccal
Towards the midline
Mesial
Sharp teeth with a thin edge and are designed for cutting
Incisors
The vital tissue over the tooth, consisting of blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue.
Pulp
The soft tissue that covers the root of the tooth.
Cementum