poskihampaiden
Poskihampaat are the teeth located at the back of the mouth, specialized for grinding and crushing food. They appear behind the premolars and are larger and more robust than front teeth. In Finnish, poskihampaat covers the molars; the third molars are commonly referred to as viisumahampaat or wisdom teeth.
Anatomically, molars have broad crowns with multiple cusps and wide occlusal surfaces. They typically have two
Function and role: Molars are essential for grinding food, enabling efficient chewing and digestion. Their strong
Health considerations: Molars are prone to dental caries, especially in pits and fissures on the chewing surfaces.
Care and prevention: Good oral hygiene for molars includes brushing thoroughly, flossing between the back teeth,