What tooth number represents the Primary mandibular left lateral incisor in the Universal Numbering System?

In the Universal Numbering System, primary teeth are designated with numbers 1 through 20, while permanent teeth are designated with numbers 1 through 32. The primary mandibular left lateral incisor is specifically assigned the number 24.

To better understand this, it’s important to recognize that in this system, the primary teeth start with the maxillary right central incisor at number 1 and continue through to the maxillary left second molar at number 20. The mandibular teeth follow, starting with the mandibular left second molar at number 19 and ending with the mandibular right central incisor at number 30.

In this context, the numbering for the primary mandibular left lateral incisor falls specifically at number 24, as it is the second incisor in the lower left quadrant of the mouth after the primary left central incisor. This structure supports the systemic understanding of dental anatomy based on numbering conventions, reflective of both left-right orientation and dental classification in the arch. Understanding this numbering is crucial for effective communication and documentation in dental practice.