Alveolar Bone Flashcard

Front

Most Coronal Point of Alveolar Bone.

Back

Alveolar Crest

Front

This is an Unmineralized Bone Matrix where active bone formation takes place

Back

Osteoid

Front

Which of the following is not a Sesamoid Bone? Pisiform Bone, Hallux Sesamoid, Phallux Sesamoid, Patella

Back

Phallux Sesamoid

Front

What is the primary cell responsible for bone formation?

Back

Osteoblast

Front

These are extensions of osteocytes that allow communication from one osteocyte to another.

Back

Canaliculi

Front

These are mononucleated, basophillic, plump cuboidal or slightly flattened cells found in bones.

Back

Osteoblast

Front

When does the alveolar bone start to develop?

Back

Near the end of 2nd month of fetal life

Front

The principal fibers of periodontal ligaments are inserted in this structure.

Back

Bundle Bone