Teeth Converging

Converging teeth (lat. d. convergentes; from lat. convergo - to come closer, converge) - teeth that have an inclination of crowns or roots to each other.

Converging teeth include incisors, canines, premolars and molars. Their crowns or roots are located closer to each other than the necks of the teeth. This ensures a tight closure of the dentition and increases the chewing surface area.

The inclination of the teeth towards each other is explained by the peculiarities of the development of the jaws. When teeth erupt, they naturally shift towards the least resistance of the bone tissue.

Convergence of teeth plays an important role in the formation of a correct bite and ensuring effective chewing of food. Deviations in the degree of convergence can lead to the development of dental anomalies.