Tooth Numbering, Surfaces, Quadrants & Arches Explained | Dental Billing Sections 5–7

Correct tooth identification is essential for accurate dental billing and claim submission. In Sections 5, 6, and 7 of the EDSO Dental Billing Academy, we explain: 🦷 Permanent tooth numbering: #1–#32 🦷 Primary tooth lettering: A–T 🦷 Maxillary and mandibular arches 🦷 Right and left sides of the mouth 🦷 Anterior and posterior teeth 🦷 Common tooth surfaces: M, D, O, B, L, F, and I 🦷 Upper Right, Upper Left, Lower Left, and Lower Right quadrants 🦷 Procedures reported by tooth, surface, quadrant, arch, or oral cavity Never guess a tooth number, surface, quadrant, or arch. The information reported on the claim must match the provider’s clinical documentation and treatment record. Reporting requirements may vary by CDT procedure, payer, plan, and current billing guidelines. Always verify the current CDT resource and payer requirements before submitting a claim. Subscribe to Everest Dental Support for practical dental billing and revenue-cycle training. #DentalBilling #ToothNumbering #DentalAnatomy #DentalClaims #DentalBillingTraining