Oral Embryology and Histology
What covers the tooth at the anatomical crown?
Enamel
What is another name for the parotid duct?
Stenson’s duct
Gingiva is commonly referred to as?
The gums
In a lifetime, the names of the two sets of teeth are?
Primary dentition and Permanent Dentition
What is morphology?
Study of the form and shape of the teeth
Which layer of the Embryonic layers is the Ectoderm?
Outer layer
Define tubercle,
A small, rough projection on a bone
How many regions of the face?
9
Permanent dentition begins at what age?
12 years old
Buccal cusps are designed like what to help canines with tearing?
Long and sharp
When does the preimplantation period take place?
The first week
What bone forms the back and the base of the cranium?
Occipital bone
What is commonly called the “bridge” of the nose?
Root
Premolars are a cross between what types of teeth?
Canines and Molars
How many roots do mandibular 3rd molars have?
2
Define Oral Histology,
The study of the structure & function of the teeth & oral tissue
Trapezius is a major muscle of what?
Neck
Where do teeth sit inside the mouth?
Tiny bone sockets called alveoli
Primary dentition holds a substantial supply of what type of cells?
Stem Cells
Roots of primary teeth are what of the crown?
Narrower and Longer
What are the three periods of prenatal development?
Preimplantation, Embryonic, & Fetal period
How many groups of muscles does the tongue have?
2
The anterior two-thirds of the tongue is called?
The body
What is the name for the curve of the occlusal plane?
Curve of Spee
Which primary molar has an H-shaped groove pattern on the occlusal surface?
The primary maxillary molar