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The last molar on each side in each jaw is called___.


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Molar:

  1. Molars are the last three teeth found on each side of both jaws.
  2. So there are a total of twelve molars in an individual.
  3. Molars help in grinding and chewing of food.

Wisdom teeth:

  1. The last molar on each side in each jaw is called wisdom tooth.
  2. It appears last, at the age of 17-20 years.

Final answer: The last molar on each side in each jaw is called wisdom tooth.


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