Salivary Glands Radiographic Anatomy Quiz
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Which salivary gland is located beneath the mucous membrane of the floor of the mouth?

  • Sublingual gland (correct)
  • Bartholin's gland
  • Parotid gland
  • Submandibular gland

    • What is the duct called that opens opposite the second upper molar tooth?

  • Bartholin's duct
  • Wharton's duct
  • Stensen's duct (correct)
  • Rivinus's duct

    • Where is the submandibular gland located?

  • Deep to the tongue
  • Above the mandible
  • Anterior to the ear
  • Inferior and medial to the mandible (correct)

    • What is the function of salivary amylase?

    <p>Chemical digestion of starch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be removed from the head & neck region before a sialography procedure?

    <p>Radiopaque items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common indication for sialography procedure?

    <p>Salivary stones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the length of Stensen’s duct, the duct of the parotid salivary gland?

    <p>5-7 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might cause Mumps?

    <p>Acute inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many small ducts are there in the sublingual salivary glands?

    <p>About 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of lysozyme in saliva?

    <p>Helps destroy bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common indication for sialography procedure?

    <p>Salivary duct obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the largest of the salivary glands located?

    <p>Anterior and inferior to ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for Wharton’s duct?

    <p>Submandibular duct</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of salivary amylase?

    <p>Chemical digestion of starch begins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is Sublingual Salivary Gland located?

    <p>Beneath the mucous membrane of the floor of the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

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