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What is the primary function of the parathyroid hormone (PTH) produced by the parathyroid glands?
What is the primary function of the lamina propria in the oral mucosa?
Which cells in the dental pulp are responsible for forming dentin?
What is the primary function of the pharynx?
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What is the primary function of the enamel on the tooth?
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Which salivary gland is responsible for producing saliva for lubrication and pH regulation?
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What is the primary function of the periodontal ligament (PDL) in the periodontium?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the oral mucosa?
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Which of the following is a function of the thyroid gland?
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Which of the following is a component of the periodontium?
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Study Notes
Oral Mucosa
- Stratified squamous epithelium with varying thickness and keratinization
- Underlying connective tissue: lamina propria and submucosa
- Functions:
- Protection against mechanical and chemical stress
- Secretion of mucus and enzymes
- Aids in food processing and speech
Dental Pulp
- Soft, vascular tissue within the tooth
- Composed of:
- Odontoblasts (dentin-forming cells)
- Fibroblasts
- Immune cells
- Nerve fibers
- Blood vessels
- Functions:
- Sensation and pain perception
- Nutrient supply and waste removal
- Formation of dentin
Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands
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Thyroid Gland
- Endocrine gland in the neck
- Composed of follicles and parafollicular cells
- Produces thyroid hormones (T3 and T4)
- Regulates metabolism and growth
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Parathyroid Glands
- Four small, pea-sized glands embedded in the thyroid gland
- Produce parathyroid hormone (PTH)
- Regulates calcium levels in the blood
Larynx and Pharynx
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Larynx
- Voice box containing the vocal cords
- Composed of cartilage, muscle, and connective tissue
- Functions:
- Voice production
- Airway protection
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Pharynx
- Muscular tube connecting the nasal and oral cavities to the esophagus
- Composed of mucous membrane, skeletal muscle, and connective tissue
- Functions:
- Swallowing and speech
- Airway passage
Salivary Glands
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Major Salivary Glands
- Parotid gland
- Submandibular gland
- Sublingual gland
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Minor Salivary Glands
- Distributed throughout the oral mucosa
- Functions:
- Production of saliva for:
- Digestion
- Lubrication
- pH regulation
- Antimicrobial activity
- Production of saliva for:
Enamel
- Hard, outermost layer of the tooth
- Composed of highly mineralized, crystalline structures
- Functions:
- Protection against decay and wear
- Aids in mastication and food processing
Periodontium
- Tissues supporting the tooth
- Composed of:
- Gingiva (gum)
- Periodontal ligament (PDL)
- Cementum
- Alveolar bone
- Functions:
- Tooth anchorage and support
- Protection against infection and inflammation
Oral Mucosa
- Composed of stratified squamous epithelium with varying thickness and keratinization
- Underlying connective tissue includes lamina propria and submucosa
- Provides protection against mechanical and chemical stress
- Secretes mucus and enzymes, aiding in food processing and speech
Dental Pulp
- Soft, vascular tissue within the tooth
- Composed of odontoblasts, fibroblasts, immune cells, nerve fibers, and blood vessels
- Responsible for sensation and pain perception
- Supplies nutrients and removes waste, forming dentin in the process
Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands
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Thyroid Gland
- Located in the neck, composed of follicles and parafollicular cells
- Produces thyroid hormones T3 and T4, regulating metabolism and growth
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Parathyroid Glands
- Four small glands embedded in the thyroid gland
- Produce parathyroid hormone PTH, regulating calcium levels in the blood
Larynx and Pharynx
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Larynx
- Voice box containing vocal cords, composed of cartilage, muscle, and connective tissue
- Produces voice and protects the airway
-
Pharynx
- Muscular tube connecting nasal and oral cavities to the esophagus
- Composed of mucous membrane, skeletal muscle, and connective tissue
- Facilitates swallowing and speech, and serves as an airway passage
Salivary Glands
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Major Salivary Glands
- Parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands
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Minor Salivary Glands
- Distributed throughout the oral mucosa
- Produce saliva for digestion, lubrication, pH regulation, and antimicrobial activity
Enamel
- Hard, outermost layer of the tooth
- Composed of highly mineralized, crystalline structures
- Protects against tooth decay and wear, and aids in mastication and food processing
Periodontium
- Tissues supporting the tooth, including gingiva, periodontal ligament, cementum, and alveolar bone
- Provides tooth anchorage and support, protecting against infection and inflammation
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Test your knowledge of the oral mucosa and dental pulp, including their structures and functions in the oral cavity.
