Do we need our second molars? can we still chew/grind food with them ?

Need all your teeth?: Can we still walk without some toes? Can we still lead a productive life without all our fingers? Yes but why not keep your entire body healthy and whole with all your body parts? Don't lose any toes, fingers or teeth unnecessarily. Brush and floss, get routine dental check-ups and follow your dentist's advice. Be well!

Molars: Molars are designed to crush food and to grind it up, unlike your incisors that are designed to cut through the food. Without your molars you will have a difficult time chewing or grinding food, and the excess wear and tear on your incisors will result in their premature loss.

The more the better: Molar teeth are very important. They are the main grinders/chewers of food. They also help to support the masticatory system. You can chew food without them but the bicuspids and anterior teeth are not very efficient chewing teeth.