313 exam Flashcards
Which cells form dentine
Odontoblasts
What is dentine?
Less calcified tissue beneath the enamel which makes up the crown and root of tooth
Where does gaseous exchange take place?
In the alveolus in the lungs
How do you get attrition on the teeth?
Wearing down of teeth due to grinding
What would you do in the instance of asthma attack?
Look out for wheezing.
Give salbutamol inhaler
What are the salivary glands called
Parotid
Sublingual
Submandibular
What does mumps affect?
Parotid salivary gland
VII
Facial nerve
VII
Facial nerve
What two disorders can affect the tongue?
Glossitis (inflammation of tongue)
Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
Inferior dental nerve
IV block, blocks the sensation to all lower teeth
What does the temporalis muscle do?
Closes the jaw and pulls it backwards
Submandibular salivary gland?
Located in the posterior area of the floor of the mouth. (Back of the mouth)
What causes xerostomia?
Irradiation and medication such as diuretics
How long have you got to respond to a complaint?
10 days
What is the ADJ?
Ameleodental junction. Boundary between the enamel and dentine layers.
What is the function of the lateral typergoid?
Moves jaw side to side
Which two muslces close the jaw?
Masseter and typerjoid
What emergency drug is used during : epileptic fit
midazolam
What is periodontis?
Inflammation of periodontal ligament
Which nerve supplies the upper anterior teeth with sensation?
Superior anterior dental nerve