premolar

[US]/priːˈməʊlə/
[UK]/priˈmoʊlər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of tooth located between the canine and molar teeth, used for grinding food; also known as a bicuspid tooth; the tooth that precedes the molars

Phrases & Collocations

upper premolar

lower premolar

premolar extraction

premolar cavity

premolar root

premolar filling

premolar crown

premolar pain

premolar size

premolar growth

Example Sentences

my dentist said i need to get my premolar extracted.

the premolar is important for grinding food.

she felt pain in her upper left premolar.

dental hygiene is crucial for keeping your premolars healthy.

he has a cavity in one of his premolars.

premolars are often used for chewing and grinding.

children usually lose their premolars around age 10.

regular dental check-ups can help maintain your premolars.

the orthodontist recommended braces to correct the alignment of my premolars.

she was relieved when her premolar pain finally went away.

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