MOUTH AND BUCCAL CAVITY Flashcards
1
Q
What is mouth ?
A
It is the transverse slit like opening present between lips.
2
Q
What is vestibulum ?
A
It is the narrow space between lips and gums.
3
Q
what is the buccal cavity ?
A
- It is also known as oral cavity.
2. It has teeth and tongue which helps in mastication (increases surface area of food) and swallowing of the food.
4
Q
What is roof of buccal cavity known as?
A
PALATE
5
Q
What are the types of palate ?
A
- Anterior hard palate
2. Posterior soft palate
6
Q
What is Anterior hard palate ?
A
Present transverse fold called Palatal rugue.
7
Q
What is Posterior soft palate ?
A
Posteriorly hang down to form Uvula.
8
Q
What is uvula ?
A
It encloses the opening of internal nostril at the time of swallowing of the food.
