In dentistry, "mesial" describes the surface of a tooth that faces the front of your mouth, toward the center line between your two front teeth. Every tooth has multiple surfaces, and the mesial surface is important for how your teeth fit together and work when you bite and chew.
Other tooth surfaces include:
Understanding these surfaces helps you follow dental care instructions, understand fillings, crowns, and clean your teeth more effectively. It also helps your dentist explain treatment plans more clearly.
If you have questions about mesial surfaces, other parts of your teeth, or any dental concerns, contact Dr. Jarek Foksa at Downtown Dentistry by calling (519) 821-7640. We are located at 55 Cork St. E., Suite 304 in Guelph, ON.

A frenulum (plural: frenula or frena) is a small fold of tissue found in different parts of the mouth. These tissue folds are essential because they help control movement