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Question 1

infant dentition development

Answer 1

The process by which a child’s primary teeth emerge and grow, typically from ages 6 months to 3 years.

Question 2

inferior alveolar artery

Answer 2

An artery that supplies blood to the mandible and lower teeth.

Question 3

inferior alveolar nerve

Answer 3

A nerve that supplies sensation to the lower teeth and jaw.

Question 4

inferior mental spine

Answer 4

On the mandible, near the midline of the chin.

Question 5

infraorbital groove

Answer 5

A groove on the maxillary bone that carries the infraorbital nerve and vessels.

Question 6

infraorbital nerve

Answer 6

It supplies sensation to the lower eyelid, upper lip, and cheek.

Question 7

interarticular disk

Answer 7

A fibrocartilaginous disk that separates the two bones in a joint, found in the temporomandibular joint.

Question 8

intercuspal position

Answer 8

The position of the mandible when the teeth are in maximum contact.

Question 9

interdental papilla

Answer 9

It fills the space between two adjacent teeth and helps protect the gums.

Question 10

interdental septum

Answer 10

The bone between the roots of adjacent teeth.

Question 11

interdental space

Answer 11

The space between adjacent teeth, often referred to as diastema when wide.

Question 12

International Association for Dental Research

Answer 12

An organization that promotes research in dental, oral, and craniofacial sciences.

Question 13

interproximal form

Answer 13

The shape of the area between adjacent teeth, affecting how they contact each other.

Question 14

interproximal space

Answer 14

The space between adjacent teeth that can influence the health of the gums and the fit of the teeth.

Question 15

interradicular septa

Answer 15

The bony partition separating the roots of multi-rooted teeth.

Question 16

isognathous

Answer 16

Having equal-sized upper and lower jaws.

Question 17

jaw’s role in forensic dentistry

Answer 17

The jaw is analyzed for dental records, bite marks, and bone structure for identification.

Question 18

joint capsule

Answer 18

A fibrous tissue that surrounds the joint, providing stability and allowing movement.

Question 19

indicators of juvenile tooth maturity

Answer 19

The developmental stages of teeth used to estimate age in young individuals.

Question 20

Kronfeld’s chronology

Answer 20

A timeline that describes the stages of tooth development and eruption.

Question 21

labial groove

Answer 21

A groove on the labial surface of teeth, often formed by the fusion of lobes.

Question 22

labial lobe

Answer 22

A developmental lobe that forms the labial surface of anterior teeth.

Question 23

labial surface of a tooth

Answer 23

The surface of a tooth that faces the lips.

Question 24

lacrimal groove

Answer 24

A groove on the nasal surface of the maxilla, part of the tear drainage system.

Question 25

lamina dura

Answer 25

The thin layer of dense bone that lines the tooth socket.

Question 26

dental landmarks

Answer 26

Anatomical reference points on the teeth and jaws used for clinical assessments.

Question 27

lateral mandibular movement

Answer 27

The side-to-side movement of the mandible, important for chewing.

Question 28

lateral protrusive movement of the mandible

Answer 28

Forward and lateral movement of the mandible during mastication.

Question 29

lateral pterygoid muscle

Answer 29

A muscle involved in opening the jaw and moving it from side to side.

Question 30

leeway space in dentistry

Answer 30

The space created when primary molars are replaced by smaller permanent premolars.

Question 31

function of the mandibular ligament

Answer 31

It helps support the temporomandibular joint and guides mandibular movements.

Question 32

line angle in dental anatomy

Answer 32

The line formed by the junction of two surfaces of a tooth.

Question 33

lingual developmental groove

Answer 33

A groove on the lingual surface of the tooth formed by the fusion of lobes.

Question 34

lingual fossa

Answer 34

A shallow depression on the lingual surface of anterior teeth.

Question 35

lingual groove

Answer 35

A groove on the lingual surface of teeth, often seen in molars.

Question 36

lingual lobe

Answer 36

The lobe that forms the lingual surface of anterior teeth.

Question 37

lingual nerve

Answer 37

A nerve that supplies sensation to the tongue and floor of the mouth.

Question 38

lingual ridge

Answer 38

A ridge on the lingual surface of anterior teeth.

Question 39

lingual triangular ridge

Answer 39

A ridge that extends from the cusp tip to the center of the occlusal surface on the lingual side.

Question 40

lobe in dental anatomy

Answer 40

A developmental division of a tooth, often seen in molars and incisors.

Question 41

malocclusion

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Improper alignment of the teeth when the jaws are closed.

Question 42

mamelon

Answer 42

A rounded bump on the incisal edge of a newly erupted tooth.

Question 43

alveolar process of the mandible

Answer 43

The bony ridge of the mandible that contains the tooth sockets.

Question 44

mental foramen

Answer 44

An opening in the mandible that allows passage for the mental nerve and vessels.

Question 45

mandibular arch

Answer 45

The dental arch formed by the lower teeth and supporting structures.

Question 46

mandibular foramen

Answer 46

An opening on the inside of the mandible for the inferior alveolar nerve.

Question 47

mandibular notch

Answer 47

A depression on the upper border of the mandible between the coronoid process and condyle.

Question 48

mandibular fossa

Answer 48

A depression in the temporal bone where the mandible articulates.

Question 49

marginal ridge

Answer 49

The raised border along the edge of the occlusal surface of posterior teeth and lingual surface of anterior teeth.

Question 50

function of the masseter muscle

Answer 50

A muscle that plays a major role in the chewing of solid foods.