The tooth designated as number 32 is the lower right permanent third molar.
Understanding Dental Numbering
Permanent teeth are assigned numbers from 1 to 32 for identification and documentation. The numbering system begins with the upper right third molar (tooth #1) and continues sequentially around the arch.
Standard Tooth Numbering System
Tooth Number | Description |
---|---|
1 | Upper Right Third Molar |
... | ... |
16 | Upper Left Third Molar |
17 | Lower Left Third Molar |
... | ... |
32 | Lower Right Third Molar |
As the reference clearly states, permanent teeth are numbered from 1 to 32. Tooth number 1 represents the upper right permanent third molar, and tooth number 32 is the lower right permanent third molar.