Embryology: Lower Face Development Flashcards
0
Q
The two mandibular processes fuse at the midline to form what?
A
Mandibular Arch
1
Q
Where do the two mandibular processes migrate to the facial region?
A
Inferior to the stomodeum
2
Q
The growth/initiation of the mandibular arch separates (becomes a barrier) between what two structures?
A
The stomeodeum from the developing heart.
3
Q
What does the mandibular arch give rise to?
A
Lower face…
Mandible & Teeth
Structures associated with the Mandible (musculature)
Tongue
4
Q
In the development of the lower face, what occurs during the 4th week of development?
A
Proliferation
5
Q
During lower face development what occurs at 5-6 weeks?
A
Differentiation
6
Q
During lower face development what occurs at 10 weeks?
A
Morphogenesis, functional characteristics.
