Anatomy & Histology · single question

All of the following are characteristics of the maxillary canine from the occlusal view, EXCEPT:

  1. Cingulum
  2. Lingual fossa
  3. Cervical line
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Correct answer: C. Cervical line

  • A. The cingulum is a prominent bulge on the lingual surface and is readily seen looking straight down from the occlusal/incisal aspect — so it IS visible.
  • B. The shallow lingual fossae flanking the lingual ridge are visible from the occlusal view — so it IS present.
  • C. Correct. The cervical line (CEJ) is a circumferential landmark seen on the labial/proximal views. Looking straight down from the occlusal aspect you cannot appreciate the cervical line, so it is the EXCEPTION.

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