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Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences | Volume-3 | Issue-01
Gender Predictability of Permanent Maxillary First Molar – A South Indian Study
Anjana Mohan Kumar, Veena KM, LaxmikanthChatra, Prashanth Shenai, Prasanna Kumar Rao
Published: Jan. 30, 2016 |
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DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2016.v03i01.002
Pages: 4-7
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Abstract
Abstract: The study investigates the gender predictability of permanent maxillary first molar teeth. Mesio distal width of 30 permanent maxillary first molar teeth from casts of 15 male and 15 female patients between the age group of 17- 25 were measured. Results showed that permanent maxillary first molar tooth exhibited sexual dimorphism but accuracy of gender predictability was only moderate.