Oral Biology and Facial Morphology Quiz

<p>Palatine tonsils</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Palate</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gingiva = Soft tissue surrounding the teeth and covering the jaw Palatine tonsils = Located at the back of the oral cavity on either side of the throat Labial frenum = Fold of tissue that connects the inside of the lip to the gum Roof of the mouth = Also known as the palate, separates the oral and nasal cavities</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Deciduous teeth = Primary set of teeth in young humans, also known as baby teeth Permanent teeth = Secondary set of teeth in adult humans, replacing the deciduous teeth Macroanatomy of teeth = Study of large-scale structures and features of teeth Microanatomy of teeth = Study of small-scale structures and features within teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Teeth = Used for biting, chewing, and grinding food Cheek = Helps keep food in place during chewing and speaking Tongue = Assists in swallowing, speaking, and tasting Floor of the mouth = Supports the tongue and aids in swallowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Upper lip and lower lip = Two distinct parts that form the entrance to the oral cavity Commissure = Corner of the mouth where the upper and lower lips meet Grooves around lips = Distinct indentations that can be observed around the lips Labial frenum = Fold of tissue that connects the inside of the lip to the gum</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Palate (roof of the mouth) = Separates nasal and oral cavities, aids in speech and swallowing Gingiva = Soft tissue surrounding teeth, protects underlying bone and helps maintain tooth position Tongue = Muscular organ that plays a key role in speech, swallowing, and taste perception Palatine tonsils = Lymphoid tissue located at the back of the mouth, part of immune system</p> Signup and view all the answers