Flashcard on Landmarks of the Face and Oral Cavity

Front

What is the function of the incisive papilla?

Back

It covers the incisive foramen.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a region of the face? Vestibule, Chin, Zygomatic arch, Forehead

Back

Vestibule

Front

What is the vermilion border?

Back

The outline of the lips

Front

What is the mucogingival junction?

Back

The line where the alveolar membrane meets attached gingiva.

Front

Which structure is responsible for the sense of taste? Options: Lingual frenulum, Palatine tonsil, Fungiform papillae, Filiform papillae

Back

Fungiform papillae

Front

What is the function of the palatal glands?

Back

To open onto the palatal mucosa as small pits

Front

What is the role of the buccal frenum?

Back

To connect the oral mucosa to the cheek

Front

What is the anterior naris?

Back

The nostril opening

Front

What is the function of the soft palate?

Back

To hang like a curtain into the pharynx

Front

What is the mental protuberance?

Back

The chin