Which of the following teeth is most likely to be congenitally missing ?
Correct answer: D. Mand. second premolar
- A. Maxi. central incisor
- B. Mandibular canine
- C. Maxillary first premolar
- D. Mand. second premolar
Explanation
The mandibular second premolar is the permanent tooth most commonly congenitally absent after third molars. Maxillary lateral incisors are also frequently missing, but they are not among these options.
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