PHARNYX
This part of the pharynx connects to the middle ear via the Eustachian tubes.
What is the nasopharynx?
This largest salivary gland opens via Stensen's duct near the upper second molar.
What is the parotid gland?
This nerve provides motor innervation to most muscles of the tongue.
What is the hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)?
This pharyngeal region handles both food and air and contains the palatine tonsils.
What is the oropharynx?
This gland produces a mix of serous and mucous saliva and drains via Wharton's duct
What is the submandibular gland?
What are circumvallate papillae?
This V-shaped row of papillae near the back of the tongue contains many taste buds.
This structure prevents food from entering the airway during swallowing.
What is the epiglottis?
These ducts open into the floor of the mouth, secreting saliva from the sublingual gland
What are Rivinus’ ducts?
This muscle protrudes the tongue and is innervated by the hypoglossal nerve.
What is the genioglossus?
This lowest part of the pharynx connects to both the esophagus and larynx.
What is the laryngopharynx?
These ducts open into the floor of the mouth, secreting saliva from the sublingual gland.
What are Rivinus’ ducts?
This nerve provides taste sensation to the anterior two-thirds of the tongue.
What is the chorda tympani (branch of CN VII)