Cuspid

Definition

A cuspid, also known as a canine tooth, is a type of tooth found in the human mouth characterized by a single pointed cusp that tears food. These teeth are located between the incisors and premolars on both the upper and lower jaws.

Related terms

Incisor: The incisor is a type of tooth at the front of the mouth used for cutting food into bite-sized pieces.

Premolar: Premolars are transitional teeth located between canines and molars used for crushing and grinding food.

Mastication:

Mastication is the process of chewing food in preparation for swallowing and digestion