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The horseshoe-shaped bone where the muscles of the tongue attach is called the ______.
The horseshoe-shaped bone where the muscles of the tongue attach is called the ______.
hyoid
The largest major salivary gland is the ______.
The largest major salivary gland is the ______.
parotid
Another name for the parotid duct is ______.
Another name for the parotid duct is ______.
Stensen's duct
The artery that is located behind the ramus and has five branches is the ______.
The artery that is located behind the ramus and has five branches is the ______.
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The maxillary molars and premolar teeth are supplied by the ______.
The maxillary molars and premolar teeth are supplied by the ______.
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Landmarks of the face include the eyes, ears, nose, forehead, chin, cheeks, and ______.
Landmarks of the face include the eyes, ears, nose, forehead, chin, cheeks, and ______.
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The landmarks of the oral cavity include the lips, teeth, hard palate, soft palate, tongue, and ______.
The landmarks of the oral cavity include the lips, teeth, hard palate, soft palate, tongue, and ______.
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The vestibular region of the oral cavity contains the lips, cheeks, gingiva, and the ______.
The vestibular region of the oral cavity contains the lips, cheeks, gingiva, and the ______.
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Normal gingival tissue is characterized as ______, pink, and stippled in appearance.
Normal gingival tissue is characterized as ______, pink, and stippled in appearance.
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The region of the face that extends from the eyebrows to the hairline is called the ______.
The region of the face that extends from the eyebrows to the hairline is called the ______.
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The line that marks a color change from your face to your lips is referred to as the ______.
The line that marks a color change from your face to your lips is referred to as the ______.
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The type of tissue that covers the oral cavity is called ______.
The type of tissue that covers the oral cavity is called ______.
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Besides the oral cavity proper, another region of the oral cavity is the ______.
Besides the oral cavity proper, another region of the oral cavity is the ______.
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The proper term for 'gums' is ______.
The proper term for 'gums' is ______.
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Another term for unattached gingiva is ______.
Another term for unattached gingiva is ______.
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Another term for interdental gingiva is ______.
Another term for interdental gingiva is ______.
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The pear-shaped pad of tissue behind the maxillary incisors is called the ______.
The pear-shaped pad of tissue behind the maxillary incisors is called the ______.
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The hanging pear-shaped projection of tissue at the border of the soft palate is known as the ______.
The hanging pear-shaped projection of tissue at the border of the soft palate is known as the ______.
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The upper surface of the tongue, behind the maxillary incisors, is referred to as the ______.
The upper surface of the tongue, behind the maxillary incisors, is referred to as the ______.
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The type of tissue that covers the oral cavity is called ______.
The type of tissue that covers the oral cavity is called ______.
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The two regions of the oral cavity are the vestibular region and ______.
The two regions of the oral cavity are the vestibular region and ______.
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The structure that connects the oral mucosa to the facial midline of the mandibular arch is known as the ______.
The structure that connects the oral mucosa to the facial midline of the mandibular arch is known as the ______.
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Inflammation caused by vitamin B deficiency often affects the ______ of the lips.
Inflammation caused by vitamin B deficiency often affects the ______ of the lips.
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The two major body cavities are the dorsal and ______.
The two major body cavities are the dorsal and ______.
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The four organizational levels of the human body, from simplest to most complex, are cells, ______, organs, and systems.
The four organizational levels of the human body, from simplest to most complex, are cells, ______, organs, and systems.
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The mental foramen is located on the ______.
The mental foramen is located on the ______.
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Female teeth tend to be smaller and ______.
Female teeth tend to be smaller and ______.
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The ______ bone is responsible for forming the forehead.
The ______ bone is responsible for forming the forehead.
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The ______ bone forms the back and base of the cranium.
The ______ bone forms the back and base of the cranium.
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One of the regions of the head is the ______.
One of the regions of the head is the ______.
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The upper surface of the tongue is referred to as the ______.
The upper surface of the tongue is referred to as the ______.
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The thin fold of mucous membrane from the floor of the mouth to the tongue is called the ______.
The thin fold of mucous membrane from the floor of the mouth to the tongue is called the ______.
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The anatomical term for the gums is ______.
The anatomical term for the gums is ______.
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Unattached gingiva is also known as ______ gingiva.
Unattached gingiva is also known as ______ gingiva.
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Interdental gingiva is also referred to as ______.
Interdental gingiva is also referred to as ______.
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Taste buds provide a sense of taste by identifying ______, salty, sour, and bitter flavors.
Taste buds provide a sense of taste by identifying ______, salty, sour, and bitter flavors.
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The largest major salivary gland is the ______ gland.
The largest major salivary gland is the ______ gland.
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Another name for the parotid duct is ______ duct.
Another name for the parotid duct is ______ duct.
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The cranial nerve that innervates all muscles of mastication is the ______ nerve.
The cranial nerve that innervates all muscles of mastication is the ______ nerve.
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The horseshoe-shaped bone to which the muscles of the tongue attach is known as the ______ bone.
The horseshoe-shaped bone to which the muscles of the tongue attach is known as the ______ bone.
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The two basic types of movement by the TMJ are ______ and sliding.
The two basic types of movement by the TMJ are ______ and sliding.
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Symptoms of TMJ disorder may include ear pain, headaches, and jaw ______.
Symptoms of TMJ disorder may include ear pain, headaches, and jaw ______.
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The bones that form the cheek are known as the ______ bones.
The bones that form the cheek are known as the ______ bones.
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The upper jaw and hard palate are formed by the palatine and ______ bones.
The upper jaw and hard palate are formed by the palatine and ______ bones.
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The only movable bone in the skull is the ______.
The only movable bone in the skull is the ______.
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Study Notes
Facial Anatomy and Salivary Glands
- Hyoid Bone: Horseshoe-shaped bone where tongue and floor of mouth muscles attach.
- Largest Major Salivary Gland: Parotid gland.
- Parotid Duct: Also known as Stensen's duct.
Arteries of the Oral Region
- Artery Behind the Ramus: Inferior alveolar artery with five branches.
- Supplies Maxillary Molars and Premolars: Posterior superior alveolar artery.
Landmarks of the Face
- Key Facial Features: Eyes, ears, nose, forehead, chin, cheeks, lips.
Landmarks of the Oral Cavity
- Oral Cavity Components: Lips, teeth, hard palate, soft palate, tongue, gingiva.
Vestibular Region of the Oral Cavity
- Structures Present: Lips, cheeks, gingiva, vestibule.
Oral Cavity Proper
- Definition: Space within the dental arches, bordered by hard/soft palate, tongue, and the floor of the mouth.
Characteristics of Healthy Gingiva
- Normal Appearance: Firm, pink, stippled texture.
Regions of the Face
- Forehead: Extends from eyebrows to hairline.
- Vermilion Border: Line marking color change from face to lips.
Tissue Types in Oral Cavity
- Covers Oral Cavity: Stratified squamous epithelium.
Types of Upper Jaw Bones
- Maxilla: Forms the upper jaw and hard palate.
- Zygomatic Bones: Form the cheeks.
Unique Skull Features
- Movable Skull Bone: Mandible.
- Mental Foramen: Located on the mandible.
Symptoms of TMJ Disorder
- Common Signs: Ear pain, headaches, jaw clicking.
Taste Buds Functions
- Primary Role: Identify sweet, salty, sour, and bitter flavors.
Major Organs of the Body
- Organ Systems: Include skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, circulatory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, endocrine, lymphatic, and integumentary.
Basic Body Organization
- Levels of Organization: Cells, tissues, organs, systems.
Genetic Information Carriers
- Cell Structure: Nucleus contains genetic material.
Muscles and Gums Terminology
- Gums: Anatomically referred to as gingiva.
- Unattached Gingiva: Also known as free or marginal gingiva.
- Interdental Gingiva: Known as interdental papilla.
Oral Structures
- Frenulum: Fold of tissue extending from floor of the mouth to the underside of the tongue.
- Uvula: Hanging tissue at the soft palate's border.
Anatomical Terms
- Dorsum: Upper surface of the tongue.
- Labial Frenum: Structure connecting oral mucosa to facial midline of mandibular arch.
Vitamin Deficiency Effects
- Inflamed Areas: Labial commissures may be affected by vitamin B deficiency.
Body Cavities
- Major Cavities: Dorsal and ventral.
Organization of Living Systems
- Levels of Life Complexity: Cells are the simplest unit, organs are more complex, followed by systems.
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Test your knowledge on the facial anatomy and salivary glands, including the hyoid bone, major glands, and the arterial supply to the oral region. This quiz covers essential landmarks of the face and oral cavity, along with characteristics of healthy gingiva. Perfect for dental students and anatomy enthusiasts!
