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    The document discusses three main tooth numbering systems: 1) The Palmer/Zsigmondy system uses symbols to indicate quadrants and numbers teeth from the midline. It is easy to implement but cannot be written by computer. 2) The Universal system numbers each tooth uniquely from 1-32. It is simple but difficult to remember numbers and match teeth to quadrants. 3) The FDI system assigns two-digit codes indicating quadrant and tooth type. It is accurate, easy to memorize visually and cognitively, and prevents errors differentiating teeth. This system works best for visual, cognitive and computer uses.

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    The document discusses three main tooth numbering systems: 1) The Palmer/Zsigmondy system uses symbols to indicate quadrants and numbers teeth from the midline. It is easy to implement but cannot be written by computer. 2) The Universal system numbers each tooth uniquely from 1-32. It is simple but difficult to remember numbers and match teeth to quadrants. 3) The FDI system assigns two-digit codes indicating quadrant and tooth type. It is accurate, easy to memorize visually and cognitively, and prevents errors differentiating teeth. This system works best for visual, cognitive and computer uses.

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    The document discusses three main tooth numbering systems: 1) The Palmer/Zsigmondy system uses symbols to indicate quadrants and numbers teeth from the midline. It is easy to implement but cannot be written by computer. 2) The Universal system numbers each tooth uniquely from 1-32. It is simple but difficult to remember numbers and match teeth to quadrants. 3) The FDI system assigns two-digit codes indicating quadrant and tooth type. It is accurate, easy to memorize visually and cognitively, and prevents errors differentiating teeth. This system works best for visual, cognitive and computer uses.

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    Tooth numbering system

    WHY DO WE NEED ?
    to associate information to a specific tooth. In clinical practice some
    “shorthand” system of tooth notation is necessary for recording data. To do
    so efficiently, it is necessary to adopt a type of code or numbering system for
    teeth .

    Types of numbering system’s. There are several systems in world, 3 main


    systems are :

    1. Universal Notation System.

    2. Zsigmondy/Palmer Notation System.

    3. Federation Dentaire Internationale (FDI)

    Zsigmondy- palmer system .

    The Hungarian dentist Adolf Zsigmondy discovered this system in 1861, using a
    Zsigmondy cross to record quadrants of tooth positions. Adult teeth were numbered 1
    to 8, and the child primary dentition (also called deciduous, milk or baby teeth) were
    depicted with a quadrant grid using Roman numerals I, II, III, IV, V to number the
    teeth from the midline. Palmer changed this to A, B, C, D, E. This makes it less
    confusing and less prone to errors in interpretation.

    The Palmer notation consists of a symbol (┘└ ┐┌) designating in which quadrant the
    tooth is found and a number indicating the position from the midline. Adult teeth are
    numbered 1 to 8, with deciduous (baby) teeth indicated by a letter A to E. Hence the
    left and right maxillary central incisor would have the same number, "1", but the right
    one would have the symbol, "┘", underneath it, while the left one would have, "└".

    Advantages:
    1) Easy to implement.
    2) Easy of writing and communication.

    3) Less mistakes in identifying the designated tooth.

    Disadvantages:
    1) Cannot be written by the computer.

    2) Non-numeric symbolization.

    Universal numbering system.


    This tooth numbering system was proposed by German dentist Julius Parredidt in 1882.
    Although it is named the "universal numbering system", it is also called the "American
    system" as it is commonly used in the United States. The uppercase letters A through
    T are used for primary teeth and the numbers 1 32 are used for permanent teeth. The
    tooth designated "1" is the maxillary right third molar ("wisdom tooth") and the count
    continues along the upper teeth to the left side. Then the count begins at the
    mandibular left third molar, designated number 17, and continues along the bottom
    teeth to the right side. Each tooth has a unique number or letter, allowing for easier
    use on keyboards. As specific numbers are employed for each tooth, it reduces the risk
    of mistake. Data can also be easily entered in the computer.

    Advantages –
    1. Individual number for each tooth. 2. Simple

    Disadvantages:
    1. Difficult in remembering the tooth no.

    2. Matching the specific teeth and quadrants can be confusing.

    3. There is no anatomic reference in this system and so it is difficult to follow for the
    beginners, and needs extra training to practice

    .
    3. International numbering system

    The Federation Dentaire Internationale (FDI) system is a two-digit system, the first
    digit indicates the quadrant (1 through 4 for permanent and 5 through 8 for deciduous
    teeth) and the second digit indicates the tooth type (1 through 8 or 1 through 5). It is
    very simple, accurate, it is easy to memorise in the visual and cognitive sense, it is user
    friendly, and prevents errors in differentiating left and right, upper and lower arches,
    and tooth type. However, in the case of deciduous teeth, there can be confusion and it
    is difficult to memorize. For specialists other than

    paedodontists, it can be difficult to understand or to define teeth, as in the case for


    example of 64, 85.

    For permanent teeth

    for primary teeth

    **This system makes the visual, cognitive and computer sense.

    Advantages:
    Easy to remember and understand

    Unique number for each tooth

    Verbal communication possible

    Compatible with computer keyboard

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