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220 HUNTER ON THE TEETH.
a case which frequently occurs. It is a decay of the first
adult grinder at an early age, viz. before the temporary grinders
are shed, and before the second grinder of the adult has made
its appearance through the gum. In this case, I would recom-
mend removing the diseased Tooth immediately, although it
for if it be drawn before
may occasion no kind of trouble ;
the temporary grinders are shed, and before the second adult
grinder has cut the gum, it will in a short time not be missed
;
because the bicuspis of that side will fall a little back, and the
second and third grinders will come a little forward ; by which
means the space will be filled up, and these Teeth will be well
supported. Besides, the removal of this Tooth, will make
room for the fore Teeth, which is very often much wanted,
especially in the upper jaw.