Oral Surgery: Trigeminal Nerve Anatomy
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What is the primary function of the anterior superior alveolar nerve?

  • Pulpal innervation to the incisors and canine (correct)
  • Sensory innervation to the palate
  • Pulpal innervation to the molars
  • Motor innervation to the masseter muscle

    • Which of the following areas is NOT innervated by the mandibular division (V3)?

  • Muscles of mastication
  • Skin of the chin region
  • Upper lip and nose (correct)
  • Mandibular teeth

    • What nerve becomes responsible for innervation in the absence of the anterior superior alveolar nerve?

  • Medial pterygoid nerve
  • Lingual nerve
  • Posterior superior alveolar nerve (correct)
  • Inferior alveolar nerve

    • Which nerve primarily supplies sensory innervation to the temporomandibular joint?

    <p>Mandibular nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle is NOT innervated by the motor root of the mandibular division?

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

    What branch of the maxillary division is responsible for sensory innervation to the periodontal tissues?

    <p>Anterior superior alveolar nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following branches is formed by the bifurcation of the main trunk of the mandibular nerve?

    <p>Posterior division nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly identifies a mixed function nerve?

    <p>Mandibular division (V3)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of innervation do branches from the anterior division of V3 primarily provide?

    <p>Motor and sensory innervation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nerves is responsible for motor innervation to the temporalis muscle?

    <p>Deep temporal nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve bridges the gap between the muscles of mastication and sensory input from the cheek area?

    <p>Long buccal nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch does NOT innervate the buccinator muscle?

    <p>Long buccal nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lingual nerve provides sensory innervation to which area?

    <p>The floor of the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the inferior alveolar nerve?

    <p>Sensory innervation to mandibular teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve is most often associated with cases of paresthesia?

    <p>Lingual nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure does the long buccal nerve enter through to provide sensory innervation?

    <p>Buccinator muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structure does the nasopalatine nerve enter before providing sensation to the palatal mucosa?

    <p>Incisive foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nerve is responsible for sensory innervation to the maxillary molar region's buccal gingiva?

    <p>Posterior superior alveolar nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the greater palatine nerve typically emerge on the hard palate?

    <p>About 1 cm toward the palatal midline, just distal to the second molar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many branches does the posterior superior alveolar nerve typically have?

    <p>Two branches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the middle superior alveolar nerve?

    <p>Innervates the maxillary premolars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of patients is the mesiobuccal root of the first molar often not supplied by the PSA nerve?

    <p>28%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch is given off by the maxillary division (V2) within the infraorbital canal?

    <p>Anterior superior alveolar nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical absence rate of the middle superior alveolar nerve in individuals?

    <p>30% to 54%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sensory root of the trigeminal nerve?

    <p>Sensory innervation of the oral cavity and face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of the trigeminal nerve exits through the superior orbital fissure?

    <p>Ophthalmic division (V1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size comparison of the three divisions of the trigeminal nerve?

    <p>Ophthalmic division is the smallest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical feature allows the maxillary division (V2) to enter the pterygopalatine fossa?

    <p>Foramen rotundum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional structure does the motor root of the mandibular division (V3) unite with after exiting the skull?

    <p>Mandibular sensory root</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area does the maxillary division (V2) NOT provide sensory innervation to?

    <p>Mandibular arch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of nerve is the maxillary division (V2) classified as?

    <p>Purely sensory nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the trigeminal nerve?

    <p>It is the largest cranial nerve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the inferior alveolar nerve?

    <p>It innervates the mandibular posterior teeth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the inferior alveolar nerve divide into its terminal branches?

    <p>At the mental foramen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nerves innervates the pulpal tissues of the mandibular first premolar?

    <p>Incisive nerve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a clinical significance of the bifid inferior alveolar nerve?

    <p>It complicates the administration of anesthesia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the mylohyoid nerve?

    <p>It supplies the mylohyoid muscle and may provide sensory innervation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure does the inferior alveolar nerve accompany throughout its path?

    <p>Inferior alveolar artery and vein.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which anatomical feature allows for a greater incidence of clinically adequate anesthesia in the maxillary region compared to the mandible?

    <p>Bone in the region of the maxillary teeth is more porous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical feature corresponds to the most prominent eminence in the maxilla?

    <p>Canine eminence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Trigeminal Nerve Overview

    • Comprises the 5th cranial nerve; largest among the twelve cranial nerves.
    • Divided into a small motor root and a larger sensory root.
    • Responsible for sensory innervation of the teeth, soft tissues, and oral cavity, excluding the pharynx and tongue base.

    Sensory Branches of the Trigeminal Nerve

    • Ophthalmic Division (V1): Smallest, purely sensory; exits the skull through the superior orbital fissure into the orbit.
    • Maxillary Division (V2): Exits via foramen rotundum; provides sensory innervation to:
      • Skin of the middle face, lower eyelid, nose side, and upper lip.
      • Mucous membranes of the nasopharynx, maxillary sinus, soft and hard palate.
      • Maxillary teeth and periodontal tissues.

    Significant Branches of Maxillary Division

    • Nasopalatine Nerve: Enters incisive canal; innervates palatal mucosa in the premaxilla region.
    • Greater Palatine Nerve: Emerges from greater palatine foramen; provides sensory innervation to the hard palate.
    • Posterior Superior Alveolar Nerve (PSA): Descends from maxillary division; innervates buccal gingiva and maxillary molars.

    Infraorbital Canal Branches

    • Middle Superior Alveolar Nerve (MSA): Supplies sensory innervation to maxillary premolars and possibly the mesiobuccal root of the first molar; absent in 30-54% of individuals.
    • Anterior Superior Alveolar Nerve (ASA): Innervates central/lateral incisors and canine, with sensory supply to associated gingiva, buccal bone, and mucous membranes.

    Mandibular Division (V3)

    • Largest branch; mixed nerve with a large sensory and a smaller motor root.
    • Supplies:
      • Skin of the temporal region, auricle, cheek, lower lip, and chin.
      • Mucous membranes of the cheek and tongue (anterior two-thirds), mandibular teeth, bone, and temporomandibular joint.

    Branches of Mandibular Division

    • Anterior Division: Primarily motor for muscles of mastication; components include:

      • Deep temporal nerve (to temporalis muscle).
      • Masseter nerve (to masseter).
      • Lateral pterygoid nerve (to lateral pterygoid).
      • Long buccal nerve: Provides sensory innervation to cheek and buccal gingiva without innervating the buccinator muscle.

    • Posterior Division: Primarily sensory; includes:

      • Auriculotemporal nerve.
      • Lingual nerve: Innervates anterior two-thirds of the tongue (general sensation and taste), floor of mouth, and gingiva.
      • Inferior alveolar nerve: Largest branch; enters mandible through the mandibular foramen, with terminal branches for incisive and mental nerves.

    Clinical Considerations

    • Bifid inferior alveolar nerves and canals are seen in 0.95% of individuals; complicate anesthesia administration.
    • Lingual nerve involvement may lead to paresthesia cases.

    Osteology of the Maxilla

    • Includes structures like the canine eminence over the canine tooth.
    • Maxilla is more porous than the mandible, often resulting in effective anesthesia.
    • Palatal processes form anterior hard palate; horizontal palatine bone plate forms the posterior section.

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