Anatomy & Histology · single question
At what age does the second molar finish forming (root completion)?
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Correct answer: A. 14-16 years (root completion)
- A. Correct. While the second permanent molar typically erupts around 12-13 years, root completion/formation finishes later, around 14-16 years.
- B. 12-13 years corresponds to the eruption timing of the second molar, not root completion (formation finishing).
- C. 10-11 years is too early for either eruption or root completion of the second molar.
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