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Our mouth is home to two very important parts: the tongue and the teeth. They play a big role in helping us eat, speak, and even enjoy different tastes! Let’s learn more about how the tongue and teeth work and why they are so important. 1. Teeth – Our Natural Cutters and Grinders Teeth are hard, white structures in our mouth that help us chew food. Each type of tooth has a special job. Let’s explore the different types: Incisors : These are the sharp, flat teeth at the front of our mouth. We have four on the top and four on the bottom. They help us bite and cut our food, like biting into an apple. Canines : These are the pointed teeth next to the incisors. We have two on the top and two on the bottom. Canines help us tear our food, especially things like meat. Premolars : These teeth are bigger and flatter, located next to the canines. We have four on the top and four on the bottom. They help crush and grind the food into smaller pieces. Molars : These are the biggest and strongest tee...