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What structure is anterior to the condyle of the mandible?
What structure is anterior to the condyle of the mandible?
- Sharp, beak-like process (correct)
- Alveolar Process
- Coronoid Process
- Ramus
The ramus of the mandible descends vertically from the posterior aspects of the body.
The ramus of the mandible descends vertically from the posterior aspects of the body.
False (B)
What muscle inserts at the sharp, beak-like process of the mandible?
What muscle inserts at the sharp, beak-like process of the mandible?
temporalis muscle
The head of the condyle articulates with the reciprocally shaped __________ of the temporal bone.
The head of the condyle articulates with the reciprocally shaped __________ of the temporal bone.
How many teeth does the alveolar process of the mandible house on each side?
How many teeth does the alveolar process of the mandible house on each side?
Match the following structures of the mandible with their descriptions:
Match the following structures of the mandible with their descriptions:
The mental foramen is found at the superior border of the mandible.
The mental foramen is found at the superior border of the mandible.
What are the two plates of bone that make up the alveolar process?
What are the two plates of bone that make up the alveolar process?
Which muscle originates from the upper aspect of the mental spine?
Which muscle originates from the upper aspect of the mental spine?
The mental tubercles are small depressions located only on one side of the mental protuberance.
The mental tubercles are small depressions located only on one side of the mental protuberance.
What are the two muscles that originate from the mental spine?
What are the two muscles that originate from the mental spine?
The ________ ridge serves as the origin of attachment for the mylohyoid muscle.
The ________ ridge serves as the origin of attachment for the mylohyoid muscle.
What anatomical feature reflects the bony origins of the anterior belly of the digastric muscle?
What anatomical feature reflects the bony origins of the anterior belly of the digastric muscle?
The mental nerve and artery are transmitted through the mental protuberance.
The mental nerve and artery are transmitted through the mental protuberance.
What are the triangular elevations of bone found at the chin called?
What are the triangular elevations of bone found at the chin called?
Match the following features of the mandible with their descriptions:
Match the following features of the mandible with their descriptions:
What is the primary function of the submandibular fossa?
What is the primary function of the submandibular fossa?
The sublingual fossa is the site of the submandibular salivary gland.
The sublingual fossa is the site of the submandibular salivary gland.
What passes through the mandibular foramen?
What passes through the mandibular foramen?
The ______ opening at the midpoint of the ramus of mandible allows for nerve passage.
The ______ opening at the midpoint of the ramus of mandible allows for nerve passage.
Match the following anatomical features with their descriptions:
Match the following anatomical features with their descriptions:
What is the primary function of the mandible?
What is the primary function of the mandible?
The mandible is the only immovable bone of the skull.
The mandible is the only immovable bone of the skull.
Name the two main parts of the mandible.
Name the two main parts of the mandible.
The mandible articulates with the _______ bone via the temporomandibular joint.
The mandible articulates with the _______ bone via the temporomandibular joint.
Match the parts of the mandible with their descriptions:
Match the parts of the mandible with their descriptions:
Which of the following correctly describes the shape of the mandible?
Which of the following correctly describes the shape of the mandible?
The alveolar process of the mandible is the attachment site for the mandibular teeth.
The alveolar process of the mandible is the attachment site for the mandibular teeth.
What is the largest and strongest bone of the face?
What is the largest and strongest bone of the face?
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Mandible
Mandible
The only movable bone in the skull, forming the lower jaw. It's a single, horseshoe-shaped bone.
Body of the Mandible
Body of the Mandible
The horizontal portion of the mandible. It fuses in the midline, forming a U shape.
Ramus of the Mandible
Ramus of the Mandible
The vertical part of the mandible located on each side. It's capped by the condyle and coronoid process.
Coronoid Process
Coronoid Process
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Condyle of the Mandible
Condyle of the Mandible
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External Oblique Ridge
External Oblique Ridge
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Mental Foramen
Mental Foramen
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Mental Protuberance
Mental Protuberance
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Digastric Fossae
Digastric Fossae
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Genial Tubercles (Mental Spine)
Genial Tubercles (Mental Spine)
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Mylohyoid Ridge
Mylohyoid Ridge
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Submandibular Fossa
Submandibular Fossa
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Sublingual Fossa
Sublingual Fossa
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Alveolar Process
Alveolar Process
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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
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Symphysis
Symphysis
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Angle of the Mandible
Angle of the Mandible
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Elevation of the Mandible
Elevation of the Mandible
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Depression of the Mandible
Depression of the Mandible
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Lateral Excursion of the Mandible
Lateral Excursion of the Mandible
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Protrusion of the Mandible
Protrusion of the Mandible
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Retrusion of the Mandible
Retrusion of the Mandible
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Mandibular Movements
Mandibular Movements
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Lateral Movement of the Mandible
Lateral Movement of the Mandible
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Circular Movement of the Mandible
Circular Movement of the Mandible
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Mandibular Fossa
Mandibular Fossa
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Occlusal Surface
Occlusal Surface
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Study Notes
Overview of the Mandible
- Forms the lower jaw and is a single, horseshoe-shaped bone.
- Largest and strongest bone in the face; it is the only movable bone of the skull.
- Comprises a horizontal body and two vertical rami (right and left).
- Articulates with the temporal bone via the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
- Serves as the attachment point for muscles involved in mastication.
Key Parts of the Mandible
- Body: The horizontal portion that fuses in the midline to form a U shape.
- Ramus: Ascends vertically on both sides; capped by the condyle and coronoid process.
- Coronoid Process: Beak-like projection anterior to the condyle; serves as the insertion point for the temporalis muscle.
- Condyle: Roller-shaped process that articulates with the mandibular fossa of the temporal bone; supported by a bony neck.
- Alveolar Process: Houses 8 teeth on each side; consists of facial and lingual bony plates joined by septa.
Articulations
- The mandible articulates with the temporal bone through a movable synovial joint.
- Mandibular teeth connect with maxillary teeth.
External Features of the Mandible
- External Oblique Ridge: A ridge originating at the mental tubercle, extending upward and backward.
- Mental Foramen: Located at the mid-point of the inferior border; transmits the mental nerve and artery.
- Mental Protuberance: Triangular elevation of bone known as the chin; flanked by mental tubercles.
Internal Features of the Mandible
- Digastric Fossae: Small depressions that indicate the origins of the anterior belly of the digastric muscle.
- Mental Spine (Genial Tubercles): Up to four spines that serve as origins for the genioglossus and geniohyoid muscles.
- Mylohyoid Ridge: Site of attachment for the mylohyoid muscle, forming the floor of the mouth.
- Submandibular Fossa: Houses the submandibular salivary gland.
- Sublingual Fossa: Location of the sublingual salivary gland.
- Mandibular Foramen: Located at the midpoint of the ramus; transmits the inferior dental nerve and artery.
Movement of the Mandible
- Capable of various movements essential for functions like chewing and speaking.
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