GI anatomy 2 Flashcards
Which nerve/s are the muscles of mastication supplied by?
Mandibular division of Trigeminal nerve= CN5 V3
V3- Mandibular divison
Which of the muscles of mastication are used to close the mouth?
- Temporalis
- Masseter
- Medial Pterygoid
Which muscle of mastication is used to open the mouth?
Lateral Pterygoid
Where does the Trigeminal nerve originate? (CNS part)
Pons
Where is the intracranial part of the trigeminal course?
inferior to edge of Tentorium cerebelli
Where is the base of the foramen part of the trigeminal course?
Sphenoid bone
Foramen ovale
Where is the extra cranial part of the trigeminal course?
From foramen ovale to part of the body supplied
Why are loose teeth or parts are a risk?
Choking hazard, aspiration risk
What is aspiration? Why is it dangerous?
Inhalation of liquid or solid matter into lungs. Potential infection
Which part of the CNS does the facial nerve come from?
Junction between pons and medulla
Where is the intracranial part of the facial nerve
internal acoustic meatus (in posterior cranial fossa)
Where is the base of the foramen part of the facial nerve?
Temporal bone
Where is the extra cranial part of the facial nerve?
Stylomastoid foramen
Facial nerve cranial number?
VII
What is the Chorda Tympani? What is its function?
Branch of facial nerve- connects to the lingual nerve (branch of trigeminal)
Why is the innervation of the Chorda Tympani significant?
Gives taste to anterior 2/3rds of tongue.
Parasympathetics
Other functions of facial nerve? (3)
- Supplies muscle of facial expression
- Supplies sublingual salivary gland
- Parasympathetics supply submandibular salivary gland
Which parts of the upper and lower oral cavity are sensitive to touch? Which nerve innervate them?
- Superior half- Gingiva, hard palate. CN V2
2. Inferior half- Gingiva, floor of mouth. CN V3