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What is heterodont dentition ?

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In humans the permanent teeth are of four are of four different types , namely , Incisors (I) chisel like cutting teeth , Canines ("C") dagger shaped tearing teeth , Pre molars (PM) for grinding , and Molars (M) for grinding and crushing . This is described as heterodont dentition .
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