The largest embrasure in posterior teeth is the__________?
Correct answer: C. Lingual
- A. Buccal
- B. Distal
- C. Lingual
- D. Occlusal
Explanation
In posterior teeth, the lingual embrasure is generally wider and more prominent than the buccal embrasure because posterior crowns converge toward the lingual surface. This makes the lingual embrasure the largest option listed.
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