Anatomy of the Mouth

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What is the main function of the tongue?

To speak and taste

What is the tongue composed of?

What is the shape of the tongue?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the tongue?

Hearing

What is unique about the tongue's structure?

It contains glands

Where are the teeth arranged?

In the upper and lower dental arches

What is the purpose of the arrangement of teeth?

To facilitate eating and digestion

What is the term for the upper and lower dental arches?

Dental arches

How are the teeth arranged in the mouth?

In a specific order

What is the importance of the arrangement of teeth?

It affects oral health and function

What is the term for the permanent dark teeth?

الأسنان الدائمة الداكنة

What is the characteristic of the primary and permanent teeth?

They have different sizes and shapes

What is the arrangement of the teeth in the mouth?

Arranged in a specific order

What is the purpose of the arrangement of the teeth?

To help with chewing and digestion

What is the relationship between the upper and lower dental arches?

They are complementary

What is the term for the period that starts with the emergence of the first permanent tooth?

فترة التسنني املختلط

What is the number of the stage that starts with the emergence of the first permanent tooth?

-3

What is the term for the front teeth?

قاطعة

What is the term for the side teeth?

ضواحك

What is the term for the back teeth?

أضراس

What is the term for the small bumps on the surface of the tongue?

_NTUAT

What is the process called when the tongue cuts or divides food?

Qata

What is the term for the indentations or small hollows on the surface of the tongue?

Dawahi

What is the term for the small projections or papillae on the surface of the tongue?

Qawat

What is the term for the many repetitions or folds of the tongue?

Mutadeh

Study Notes

The Structure of the Tongue

  • The tongue is a flat, wide organ composed of muscles and glands.

The Arrangement of Teeth

  • Teeth are arranged in upper and lower arches.
  • The different types of teeth include:
    • Incisors (قواطع)
    • Canines (الناب)
    • Premolars (الضواحك)
    • Molars (ضروس)

Characteristics of Teeth

  • Teeth have multiple roots and are differentiated into permanent and deciduous teeth.
  • The permanent teeth have a darker and more stable color.
  • The sizes of the first and permanent teeth are disproportionate.

Stages of Tooth Development

  • The mixed dentition period (فترة التسنني املختلط) begins with the eruption of the first permanent tooth.

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