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Universal 16FDI 28Palmer UL8

Upper left third molar (wisdom tooth)

The upper left third molar sits in the upper left (q2), in the maxillary (upper) arch. It is Universal number 16, FDI/ISO 28, and UL8 in Palmer notation.

Where it sits

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At a glance

Universal number
16
FDI / ISO number
28
Palmer notation
UL8
Quadrant
Upper left (Q2)
Arch
Maxillary (upper)
Side
Left
Tooth type
Molar
Typical roots
3
Typical canals
MB, MB2, DB, P

Also known as

  • Maxillary left third molar
  • Wisdom tooth

Surfaces

  • Mesial
  • Distal
  • Buccal (facial)
  • Lingual
  • Occlusal

Common procedures

  • ✓Wisdom tooth extraction
  • ✓Surgical extraction
  • ✓Coronectomy
  • ✓Restoration (when kept)

Adjacent teeth

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