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Oral and maxillofacial pathology refers to the diseases of the mouth, jaws, and related structures.
True
The mouth is an organ with only one function.
False
Oral and maxillofacial pathology is a specialty of dentistry and pathology.
True
Head and neck pathology deals with disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.
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There is overlap between the expertise of head and neck pathologists and endocrine pathologists.
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Salivary gland tumours are also known as mucous gland adenomas or neoplasms.
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Major salivary glands consist of the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands.
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Minor salivary glands consist of 800 to 1000 small mucus-secreting glands located throughout the lining of the oral cavity.
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Patients with salivary gland tumours are usually asymptomatic.
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Signs of facial nerve damage are associated with malignant parotid tumours.
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Study Notes
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Oral and maxillofacial pathology refers to diseases of the mouth, jaws, and related structures.
- The mouth is an organ with only one function.
Specialty of Dentistry and Pathology
- Oral and maxillofacial pathology is a specialty of dentistry and pathology.
Overlap with Head and Neck Pathology
- Head and neck pathology deals with disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.
- There is overlap between the expertise of head and neck pathologists and endocrine pathologists.
Salivary Gland Tumours
- Salivary gland tumours are also known as mucous gland adenomas or neoplasms.
- Major salivary glands consist of the parotid, submandibular, and sublingual glands.
- Minor salivary glands consist of 800 to 1000 small mucus-secreting glands located throughout the lining of the oral cavity.
Symptoms of Salivary Gland Tumours
- Patients with salivary gland tumours are usually asymptomatic.
- Signs of facial nerve damage are associated with malignant parotid tumours.
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Test your knowledge of oral and maxillofacial pathology with this quiz. Explore diseases of the mouth, jaws, salivary glands, and more. Challenge yourself on the various disorders that can affect this important organ.
