A radiograph of 4- years old child reveals no evidence of calcification of mandibular second pre molar. This indicates______________?
Correct answer: B. The teeth may develop later
- A. It is too early to make final predication
- B. The teeth may develop later
- C. Primary second molar extracted to allow mesial drifting of permanent first molar
- D. The child may never develop premolars
Explanation
Calcification of the mandibular second premolar can be delayed and normally begins around the third year, so lack of a visible calcified crown at age four does not prove agenesis. The tooth may still begin developing later.
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