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Which type of spongy bone has trabeculae arranged in a horizontal ladder-like fashion?
Which type of spongy bone has trabeculae arranged in a horizontal ladder-like fashion?
- Type III
- Type II
- Type IV
- Type I (correct)
Where is spongy bone typically thin or absent in the jaws?
Where is spongy bone typically thin or absent in the jaws?
- Medial regions
- Anterior regions (correct)
- Lateral regions
- Posterior regions
What type of bone marrow is present in the medullary cavities of spongy bone trabeculae?
What type of bone marrow is present in the medullary cavities of spongy bone trabeculae?
- Green marrow
- Gray marrow
- Red marrow (correct)
- Yellow marrow
Which of the following regions typically retains red bone marrow as an adult?
Which of the following regions typically retains red bone marrow as an adult?
What is the process of bone formation called?
What is the process of bone formation called?
Which type of bone ossification involves the replacement of a cartilage template with bone matrix?
Which type of bone ossification involves the replacement of a cartilage template with bone matrix?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone resorption?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone resorption?
What is another name for alveolar bone?
What is another name for alveolar bone?
What type of enzymes are involved in the degradation of the organic matrix during bone resorption?
What type of enzymes are involved in the degradation of the organic matrix during bone resorption?
What primary role does alveolar bone serve?
What primary role does alveolar bone serve?
Which cells are responsible for the formation of bone tissue?
Which cells are responsible for the formation of bone tissue?
What type of cells can osteoprogenitor cells develop into?
What type of cells can osteoprogenitor cells develop into?
What happens to alveolar bone if teeth are congenitally missing?
What happens to alveolar bone if teeth are congenitally missing?
What is the role of osteoblasts in bone tissue?
What is the role of osteoblasts in bone tissue?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the bone structure?
Which of the following components is NOT part of the bone structure?
How do osteoprogenitor cells divide?
How do osteoprogenitor cells divide?
Where are the cell bodies of osteocytes primarily located?
Where are the cell bodies of osteocytes primarily located?
What is the primary role of osteoclasts in bone health?
What is the primary role of osteoclasts in bone health?
What percentage of bone is composed of inorganic material?
What percentage of bone is composed of inorganic material?
Which type of bone primarily contains collagen fibers and is part of the alveolar process?
Which type of bone primarily contains collagen fibers and is part of the alveolar process?
What is the main function of the alveolar bone proper?
What is the main function of the alveolar bone proper?
How thick is the alveolar crest usually below the level of the cementoenamel junction (C.E.J.)?
How thick is the alveolar crest usually below the level of the cementoenamel junction (C.E.J.)?
Which of the following best describes how osteoclasts are formed?
Which of the following best describes how osteoclasts are formed?
What is the radiographic appearance of bundle bone often referred to as?
What is the radiographic appearance of bundle bone often referred to as?
What is the primary stimulus for alveolar bone remodeling?
What is the primary stimulus for alveolar bone remodeling?
Which cells are responsible for bone resorption in areas of pressure during alveolar bone remodeling?
Which cells are responsible for bone resorption in areas of pressure during alveolar bone remodeling?
Where does new bone formation occur during alveolar bone remodeling?
Where does new bone formation occur during alveolar bone remodeling?
What is the significance of resting lines in bone?
What is the significance of resting lines in bone?
What is the function of a reversal line in bone?
What is the function of a reversal line in bone?
What is the role of the periodontal ligament in alveolar bone remodeling?
What is the role of the periodontal ligament in alveolar bone remodeling?
How does alveolar bone remodeling contribute to orthodontic treatment?
How does alveolar bone remodeling contribute to orthodontic treatment?
What is the function of the foramina between the periodontal ligament and bone marrow?
What is the function of the foramina between the periodontal ligament and bone marrow?
What is the alternative name for the alveolar bone proper that highlights its many openings for blood vessels and nerves?
What is the alternative name for the alveolar bone proper that highlights its many openings for blood vessels and nerves?
In clinical radiographs, how does the Lamina Dura commonly appear?
In clinical radiographs, how does the Lamina Dura commonly appear?
What characterizes the lamellated bone in the context of alveolar bone?
What characterizes the lamellated bone in the context of alveolar bone?
Which of the following correctly describes the cortical plates of the alveolar bone?
Which of the following correctly describes the cortical plates of the alveolar bone?
Where is spongy bone primarily located within the alveolar process?
Where is spongy bone primarily located within the alveolar process?
Which statement about the thickness of cortical plates in the mandible and maxilla is correct?
Which statement about the thickness of cortical plates in the mandible and maxilla is correct?
What is the main function of the spongy bone or cancellous bone in the alveolar process?
What is the main function of the spongy bone or cancellous bone in the alveolar process?
In the maxilla, what anatomical feature of the outer cortical plate is noteworthy?
In the maxilla, what anatomical feature of the outer cortical plate is noteworthy?
Study Notes
Alveolar Bone (Process)
- Also known as the "Alveolar Process"
- Includes sockets designed to accommodate roots
- Highly specialized, hard connective tissue with complex structures and functions
- Forms primary support structure for teeth
- Develops from dental follicle
- Disappears if teeth are lost; undeveloped if teeth are congenitally missing
Structural Elements of Bone
- Consists of cells, ground substance, fibers, and minerals
- Four types of bone cells:
- Osteoprogenitor cells: undifferentiated mesenchymal cells that divide to give rise to other bone cells
- Osteoblasts: responsible for bone formation, secrete osteoid tissue, and have strong alkaline phosphatase activity
- Osteocytes: trapped in bone tissue, cell bodies located in lacunae
- Osteoclasts: responsible for bone resorption, large, multinucleated cells with acid phosphatase enzyme
Chemical Properties of Bone
- 67% inorganic material (hydroxyapatite crystals)
- 33% organic material (mainly Type I collagen fibers)
Functions of Alveolar Bone
- Anchors teeth with Sharpey's fibers
- Protects developing tooth bud
- Supplies blood to periodontal ligaments
- Absorbs and distributes occlusal forces
Structure of Alveolar Bone
- Consists of outer cortical plate, central spongiosa, and bone lining the alveolus
- Cortical plate and alveolar bone meet at the alveolar crest (usually 1.5-2 mm below the level of the CEJ of the tooth)
- Physiologically, consists of two parts:
- Alveolar bone proper: forms inner wall of sockets, directly facing roots, and furnishes medium for attachment of periodontal fibers
- Supporting alveolar bone: consists of cortical plates and spongy bone
Alveolar Bone Proper
- Consists of two types of bone:
- Bundle bone: innermost type, developed from dental follicle, attached to roots by periodontal ligament, and radiographically appears as a dense white line (Lamina Dura)
- Lamellated bone: thicker layer of lamellar bone, lies between bundle bone and supporting spongiosa, and has longitudinal lamellae
Supporting Alveolar Bone
- Cortical plates: made up of compact bone, form outer and inner plates of alveolar bone, vary in thickness in different areas
- Spongy bone: occupies central part of alveolar process, contains trabeculae of bone and marrow spaces, and has two types:
- Type I: regular, horizontal trabeculae, seen in mandible
- Type II: irregular, delicate trabeculae, seen in maxilla
Ossification of Bone
- Natural process of bone formation
- Two processes resulting in formation of normal, healthy bone tissue:
- Endochondral (Intracartilaginous) bone ossification
- Intramembranous bone ossification
Bone Resorption
- Occurs through three processes by osteoclasts:
- Decalcification of inorganic material
- Degradation of organic matrix
- Transport of soluble products
Remodeling of Alveolar Bone
- Undergoes constant physiologic remodeling (resorption and formation) in response to external forces, especially occlusal forces
- Important in orthodontic treatment
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This quiz covers the anatomy of the alveolar bone, including its process and surrounding structures. Test your knowledge of dental anatomy with this quiz.
