10 Questions
What is the composition of the posterior aspect of the retromolar pad?
Thin, nonkeratinized epithelium; loose connective tissue; glandular tissue; fibers of the temporalis tendon and of the buccinator and superior constrictor muscles; and the pterygomandibular raphe
What is the primary function of the retromolar pad?
To provide resistance to resorption due to dense cortical bone and muscle attachments
What is the buccal shelf primarily composed of?
Mucosa and submucosa
What is the function of the cameo surface in denture macro-anatomy?
To serve as the polished surface
What should be activated during border molding of the retromolar pad?
Muscles by opening wide and closing against pressure
Which of the following is NOT a component of the retromolar pad?
Fibers of the buccinator muscle
What is the primary function of the buccal shelf?
To support the denture
What is the primary composition of the peripheral borders in denture macro-anatomy?
Keratinized tissue
What should be activated during border molding of the retromolar pad?
Muscles by opening wide and closing against pressure
What is the function of the cameo surface in denture macro-anatomy?
To enhance aesthetics
Test your knowledge of removable prosthodontics with this quiz on the anatomy of the edentulous mandible, denture macro-anatomy, and supporting structures. Challenge yourself and enhance your understanding of prosthodontic principles and terminology.
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