When a Maxillary Canine Contacts Its Opposing Antagonist Before Any

question 16

Multiple Choice

When a maxillary canine contacts its opposing antagonist before any other teeth occlude, it is described as anterior coupling. When one tooth hits ever so slightly more than the others, premature contact is occurring.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) The first statement is true, the second is false.
• C) The first statement is false, the second is true.
• D) Both statements are false.

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