Permanent tooth reference
Tooth #13: Upper left second premolar
In FDI notation, tooth #13 is 25. It is a second premolar in the upper left part of the mouth.
Tooth #13 at a glance
- Location
- upper left
- Tooth type
- second premolar
- FDI notation
- 25
- Adjacent teeth
- #12 and #14
- Opposing tooth
- #20
- Wisdom tooth
- No
What does tooth #13 identify?
Tooth #13 identifies the upper left second premolar in the Universal numbering system used in the United States. It is a back tooth. Its matching FDI designation is 25.
A treatment plan or benefit statement may use the number alone. Confirm the number with the dental office if the document is unclear; a tooth number identifies location and does not explain a diagnosis or treatment by itself.