L2 Normal Swallow Anatomy Flashcards
List the bones and hard structures that are important structures and landmarks in swallowing
- maxillary palatal arch
- mandible
- ramus of mandible
- cervical vertebra (1-7)
- hyoid
- dentition
Describe the maxillary palatal arch
- forms the roof of the mouth and opposes the tongue
- has 3 sections, palatine rugae, hard palate and soft palate
Why is the rams of the mandible an important landmark?
On VFS when the bolus reaches the ramus that is when the pharyngeal swallow commences
The mandible is _______ during chewing and ___________ during swallowing
hinged
fixed
What structure is typically located at the level of C5-6
upper esophageal sphincter
Why do we need to consider the cervical vertebrae in relation to swallowing?
- they serve as certain landmarks for swallowing
- cervical bony growth may impede swallowing
the __________ is unique in cervical vertebrae
transverse foramen
What is C1 called?
atlas
What is C2 called?
axis
What is the Atlanto-occipital joint?
articulation between the atlas and occipital bone
What movements are permitted at the atlanto-occipital joint?
flexion
extension
lateroflexion
The hyoid bone is anchored by ligaments to the _______ of the ______ bones of the skull
styloid process
temporal
Movement of the hyoid allows the _________ to passively relax and close the airway
epiglottis
What are the 4 categories of teeth
- incisors
- canines
- premolars
- molars
What process occurs if someone loses their teeth?
bone resorption and so the alveolar ridge diminishes
Sensation from chewing force, speed, and duration and how your jaw makes the excursion come from which cranial nerve
V - trigeminal
Children have _____ teeth and adults have _____ teeth (including wisdom)
20
32
What are the four quadrants of the teeth
upper left
upper right
lower left
lower right
What is the function of premolars?
crushing and grinding
What is a functional pair in relation to teeth?
A functional pair consists of a bottom tooth and the top tooth that meets it
Fewer than 8 functional pairs of teeth can have a negative effect on _________
chewing effectively
What is a Class I occlusion
normal
What is a class II malocclusion
over bite
What is a class III malocclusion
under bite
List the cartilages that are important structures and landmarks in swallowing
thyroid cricoid cricoid lamina epiglottis arytenoids
What are the 3 types of cartilage?
hyaline, elastic and fibrocartilage
Describe the epiglottis
- it has a cartilaginous base and soft tissue tip that rests behind the tongue base
- composed to elastic cartilage
- main layer of protection against choking